Scorzalite and Thomsonite 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

3.312.25-2.40

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Uneven

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

1.6 Cleavage

{110} Good

perfect on {010}; good on {100}

1.7 Mohs Hardness

5.5-65-5.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

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

NaCa 2Al 5Si 5O 20 · 6H 2OMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Scorzalite and Thomsonite Chemical Formula

While comparing Scorzalite and Thomsonite 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 Thomsonite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Scorzalite- (Fe2+ ,Mg)Al 2(PO 4) 2(OH) 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Chemical formula of Thomsonite- NaCa 2Al 5Si 5O 20 · 6H 2OMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

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Scorzalite and Thomsonite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Scorzalite and Thomsonite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Scorzalite and Thomsonite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Scorzalite is 2.25-2.40 whereas that of Thomsonite is 2.25-2.40.