Chambersite and Variscite Physical Properties
Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
3.50
2.42-2.58
Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Conchoidal, Uneven
Conchoidal, Splintery, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references, Brittle
Cleavage
None
[010] perfect
Chemical Composition
Mn 3B 7O 13ClMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
AlPO4 · 2(H2O)
Chambersite and Variscite Chemical Formula
While comparing Chambersite 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 Chambersite and Variscite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Chambersite- Mn 3B 7O 13ClMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
- Chemical formula of Variscite- AlPO4 · 2(H2O)
Chambersite and Variscite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Chambersite and Variscite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Chambersite and Variscite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Chambersite is 2.42-2.58 whereas that of Variscite is 2.42-2.58.