Canadian Ammolite and Variscite Physical Properties

Canadian Ammolite

Variscite

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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

Not Available2.42-2.58

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Not Available

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

1.6 Cleavage

None

[010] perfect

1.7 Mohs Hardness

4-4.54-5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

AlPO₄ · 2(H₂O)

Canadian Ammolite and Variscite Chemical Formula

While comparing Canadian Ammolite 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 Canadian Ammolite and Variscite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Canadian Ammolite- Pt
Chemical formula of Variscite- AlPO₄ · 2(H₂O)

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Canadian Ammolite and Variscite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Canadian Ammolite and Variscite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Canadian Ammolite and Variscite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Canadian Ammolite is 2.42-2.58 whereas that of Variscite is 2.42-2.58.