Wernerite and Scorodite Physical Properties

Wernerite

Scorodite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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1.2 Solubility

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1.3 Durability

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1.4 Specific Gravity

2.50-2.80Not Available

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

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Sub-Conchoidal, Splintery

1.6 Cleavage

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{201} Imperfect, {100} Poor, {001} Poor

1.7 Mohs Hardness

5-6.53.5-4

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

Na 4(Al,Si) 12O 24Cl to Ca 4(Si,Al) 12O 24(CO 3,SO 4)Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

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Wernerite and Scorodite Chemical Formula

While comparing Wernerite 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 Wernerite and Scorodite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Wernerite- Na 4(Al,Si) 12O 24Cl to Ca 4(Si,Al) 12O 24(CO 3,SO 4)Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

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Wernerite and Scorodite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Wernerite and Scorodite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Wernerite and Scorodite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Wernerite is Not Available whereas that of Scorodite is Not Available.