Sunstone and Scorodite Physical Properties

Sunstone

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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

2.62-2.65Not Available

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Gemstones of the world (2001)

Sub-Conchoidal, Splintery

1.6 Cleavage

001

{201} Imperfect, {100} Poor, {001} Poor

1.7 Mohs Hardness

63.5-4

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

Microcline: KAlSi₃O₈ Oligoclase: (Na,Ca)Al_1-2Si_3-2O₈

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Sunstone and Scorodite Chemical Formula

While comparing Sunstone 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 Sunstone and Scorodite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Sunstone- Microcline: KAlSi₃O₈ Oligoclase: (Na,Ca)Al_1-2Si_3-2O₈

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Sunstone and Scorodite Specific Gravity

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