Serandite and Scorodite Physical Properties
Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
3.52
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Fracture
UnevenAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), UnevenAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
Sub-Conchoidal, Splintery
Cleavage
{100} Perfect, {001} Perfect
{201} Imperfect, {100} Poor, {001} Poor
Mohs Hardness
5-5.5
3.5-4
Chemical Composition
Na(Mn2+ ,Ca) 2Si 3O 8(OH)Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
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Serandite and Scorodite Chemical Formula
While comparing Serandite and Scorodite 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 Serandite and Scorodite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Serandite- Na(Mn2+ ,Ca) 2Si 3O 8(OH)Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
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Serandite and Scorodite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Serandite and Scorodite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Serandite and Scorodite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Serandite is Not Available whereas that of Scorodite is Not Available.