Strontianite and Scorzalite Physical Properties

Strontianite

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

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

3.63-3.793.31

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle, Conchoidal

Uneven

1.6 Cleavage

{110} Good

1.7 Mohs Hardness

3.55.5-6

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

SrCO 3Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references

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

Strontianite and Scorzalite Chemical Formula

While comparing Strontianite 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 Strontianite and Scorzalite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Strontianite- SrCO 3Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references
Chemical formula of Scorzalite- (Fe2+ ,Mg)Al 2(PO 4) 2(OH) 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

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Strontianite and Scorzalite Specific Gravity

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