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Tanzanite and Scapolite Physical Properties

Physical Properties

Tenacity

Solubility

Durability

Specific Gravity

Fracture

Cleavage

Mohs Hardness

Chemical Composition

 
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Hard
3.35
Uneven, Conchoidal
Perfect {010}, imperfect {100}
6.5-7
Ca2Al3(SiO4)3(OH)
 
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2.58-2.74
ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Splintery
{100} Distinct, {110} Distinct
5.5-6
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

Tanzanite and Scapolite Chemical Formula

While comparing Tanzanite 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 Tanzanite and Scapolite chemical formula.

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Tanzanite and Scapolite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Tanzanite and Scapolite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Tanzanite Vs Scapolite during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Tanzanite is whereas that of Scapolite is .