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Sylvite and Scapolite Physical Properties


Scapolite and Sylvite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle  
-  

Solubility
Soluble  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
1.993  
2.58-2.74  

Fracture
Uneven  
ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Splintery  

Cleavage
Perfect on [100], [010], [001]  
{100} Distinct, {110} Distinct  

Mohs Hardness
2.5  
5.5-6  

Chemical Composition
KCl  
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  

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Sylvite and Scapolite Chemical Formula

While comparing Sylvite 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 Sylvite and Scapolite chemical formula.

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Sylvite and Scapolite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Sylvite and Scapolite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Sylvite and Scapolite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Sylvite is 2.58-2.74 whereas that of Scapolite is 2.58-2.74.

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