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Sphalerite
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Sphalerite and Scorodite Physical Properties

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
3.95-4.10Not Available
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
UnevenWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references, UnevenWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references, Uneven
Sub-Conchoidal, Splintery
1.6 Cleavage
{110} Perfect, {110} Perfect, {110} Perfect
{201} Imperfect, {100} Poor, {001} Poor
1.7 Mohs Hardness
3.5-43.5-4
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
(Zn,Fe)SMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
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Sphalerite and Scorodite Chemical Formula

While comparing Sphalerite 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 Sphalerite and Scorodite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Sphalerite- (Zn,Fe)SMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
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Sphalerite and Scorodite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Sphalerite and Scorodite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Sphalerite and Scorodite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Sphalerite is Not Available whereas that of Scorodite is Not Available.