Scorzalite and Stichtite Physical Properties

Scorzalite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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1.2 Solubility

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1.3 Durability

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1.4 Specific Gravity

3.312.11-2.20

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Uneven

UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Uneven

1.6 Cleavage

{110} Good

Perfect on {0001}

1.7 Mohs Hardness

5.5-6Not Available

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

(Fe2+ ,Mg)Al 2(PO 4) 2(OH) 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Mg 6Cr 2(CO 3)(OH) 16 · 4H 2OMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Scorzalite and Stichtite Chemical Formula

While comparing Scorzalite and Stichtite 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 Stichtite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Scorzalite- (Fe2+ ,Mg)Al 2(PO 4) 2(OH) 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Chemical formula of Stichtite- Mg 6Cr 2(CO 3)(OH) 16 · 4H 2OMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

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Scorzalite and Stichtite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Scorzalite and Stichtite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Scorzalite and Stichtite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Scorzalite is 2.11-2.20 whereas that of Stichtite is 2.11-2.20.