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Shungite and Scorzalite Physical Properties


Scorzalite and Shungite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
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3.31   

Fracture
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Uneven   

Cleavage
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{110} Good   

Mohs Hardness
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5.5-6   

Chemical Composition
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(Fe2+ ,Mg)Al 2(PO 4) 2(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)   

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Shungite and Scorzalite Chemical Formula

While comparing Shungite and Scorzalite 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 Shungite and Scorzalite chemical formula.

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Shungite and Scorzalite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Shungite and Scorzalite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Shungite and Scorzalite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Shungite is 3.31 whereas that of Scorzalite is 3.31.

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