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Scorzalite and Siderite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Not Available
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
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Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
3.31
3.83-3.89
1.5 Fracture
Uneven
Uneven, Conchoidal, UnevenArthur Thomas, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
{110} Good
Perfect on {01 1 1}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5.5-6
3.5-4.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
(Fe2+ ,Mg)Al 2(PO 4) 2(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Fe2+ CO 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Scorzalite and Siderite Chemical Formula

While comparing Scorzalite and Siderite physical properties, the important data you should know is its chemical composition. Since chemical formula defines the molecular structure of the crystal, most of the physical properties like color, tenacity, solubility are governed by Scorzalite and Siderite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Scorzalite- (Fe2+ ,Mg)Al 2(PO 4) 2(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
  • Chemical formula of Siderite- Fe2+ CO 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Scorzalite and Siderite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Scorzalite and Siderite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Scorzalite and Siderite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Scorzalite is 3.83-3.89 whereas that of Siderite is 3.83-3.89.