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Scorzalite and Sphalerite Physical Properties


Sphalerite and Scorzalite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Not Available   

Specific Gravity
3.31   
3.95-4.10   

Fracture
Uneven   
UnevenWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references, UnevenWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references, Uneven   

Cleavage
{110} Good   
{110} Perfect, {110} Perfect, {110} Perfect   

Mohs Hardness
5.5-6   
3.5-4   

Chemical Composition
(Fe2+ ,Mg)Al 2(PO 4) 2(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)   
(Zn,Fe)SMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references   

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Scorzalite and Sphalerite Chemical Formula

While comparing Scorzalite and Sphalerite 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 Sphalerite chemical formula.

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Scorzalite and Sphalerite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Scorzalite and Sphalerite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Scorzalite and Sphalerite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Scorzalite is 3.95-4.10 whereas that of Sphalerite is 3.95-4.10.

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