Sphene and Scorzalite Physical Properties

Sphene

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

Not Available3.31

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

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Uneven

1.6 Cleavage

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{110} Good

1.7 Mohs Hardness

Not Available5.5-6

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

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

Sphene and Scorzalite Chemical Formula

While comparing Sphene 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 Sphene and Scorzalite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Scorzalite- (Fe2+ ,Mg)Al 2(PO 4) 2(OH) 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

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Sphene and Scorzalite Specific Gravity

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