Vivianite and Scapolite Physical Properties

Vivianite

Scapolite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Not Available

1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

2.64-2.702.58-2.74

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

(e.g. graphite).

ConchoidalWalter Schumann, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references, Splintery

1.6 Cleavage

{010} Perfect

{100} Distinct, {110} Distinct

1.7 Mohs Hardness

Not Available5.5-6

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

Fe 3(PO 4) 2 8H 2OUlrich Henn and Claudio C.

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

Vivianite and Scapolite Chemical Formula

While comparing Vivianite 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 Vivianite and Scapolite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Vivianite- Fe 3(PO 4) 2 8H 2OUlrich Henn and Claudio C.
Chemical formula of Scapolite- 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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Vivianite and Scapolite Specific Gravity

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