Tinzenite and Scorodite Physical Properties
Tenacity
Not Available
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Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
Durability
Not Available
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Specific Gravity
3.355-3.433
Not Available
Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
Sub-Conchoidal, Splintery
Cleavage
{???} Good, {???} Good
{201} Imperfect, {100} Poor, {001} Poor
Mohs Hardness
Not Available
3.5-4
Chemical Composition
(Ca,Mn2+ ,Fe2+ ) 3Al 2BSi 4O 15(OH)Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
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Tinzenite and Scorodite Chemical Formula
While comparing Tinzenite 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 Tinzenite and Scorodite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Tinzenite- (Ca,Mn2+ ,Fe2+ ) 3Al 2BSi 4O 15(OH)Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
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Tinzenite and Scorodite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Tinzenite and Scorodite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Tinzenite and Scorodite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Tinzenite is Not Available whereas that of Scorodite is Not Available.