Serpentine and Scapolite Physical Properties

Serpentine

Scapolite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Not Available

1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

2.44-2.62

2.58-2.74

1.5 Fracture

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

ConchoidalWalter Schumann, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references, Splintery

1.6 Cleavage

Not Available

{100} Distinct, {110} Distinct

1.7 Mohs Hardness

2.5-5.5

5.5-6

1.8 Chemical Composition

H 4Mg 3Si 2O 9Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references

Na 4Al 3Si 9O 24Cl to Ca 4Al 6Si 6O 24(CO 3,SO 4)Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references

Serpentine and Scapolite Chemical Formula

While comparing Serpentine and Scapolite 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 Serpentine and Scapolite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Serpentine- H 4Mg 3Si 2O 9Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references
Chemical formula of Scapolite- Na 4Al 3Si 9O 24Cl to Ca 4Al 6Si 6O 24(CO 3,SO 4)Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references

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Serpentine and Scapolite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Serpentine and Scapolite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Serpentine and Scapolite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Serpentine is 2.58-2.74 whereas that of Scapolite is 2.58-2.74.