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Violane and Scapolite Physical Properties


Scapolite and Violane Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
-  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
3.22-3.40  
2.58-2.74  

Fracture
Conchoidal  
ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Splintery  

Cleavage
Perfect  
{100} Distinct, {110} Distinct  

Mohs Hardness
5-6  
5.5-6  

Chemical Composition
(Ca,Mg,Mn)SiO 3Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)  
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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Violane and Scapolite Chemical Formula

While comparing Violane 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 Violane and Scapolite chemical formula.

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Violane and Scapolite Specific Gravity

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

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