Calcite Satin Spar and Variscite Physical Properties
Tenacity
Not Available
Not Available
Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
2.67-2.73
2.42-2.58
Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Conchoidal, Splintery, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references, Brittle
Cleavage
Not Available
[010] perfect
Mohs Hardness
Not Available
4-5
Chemical Composition
CaCO 3Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.
AlPO4 · 2(H2O)
Calcite Satin Spar and Variscite Chemical Formula
While comparing Calcite Satin Spar and Variscite 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 Calcite Satin Spar and Variscite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Calcite Satin Spar- CaCO 3Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.
- Chemical formula of Variscite- AlPO4 · 2(H2O)
Calcite Satin Spar and Variscite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Calcite Satin Spar and Variscite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Calcite Satin Spar and Variscite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Calcite Satin Spar is 2.42-2.58 whereas that of Variscite is 2.42-2.58.