Sunstone and Scapolite Physical Properties
Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
2.62-2.65
2.58-2.74
Fracture
Gemstones of the world (2001)
ConchoidalWalter Schumann, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references, Splintery
Cleavage
001
{100} Distinct, {110} Distinct
Chemical Composition
Microcline: KAlSi3O8 Oligoclase: (Na,Ca)Al1-2Si3-2O8
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
Sunstone and Scapolite Chemical Formula
While comparing Sunstone 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 Sunstone and Scapolite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Sunstone- Microcline: KAlSi3O8 Oligoclase: (Na,Ca)Al1-2Si3-2O8
- 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
Sunstone and Scapolite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Sunstone and Scapolite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Sunstone and Scapolite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Sunstone is 2.58-2.74 whereas that of Scapolite is 2.58-2.74.