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Hackmanite and Variscite Physical Properties

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
2.27-2.332.42-2.58
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Conchoidal, Splintery, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
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[010] perfect
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5.5-64-5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
Na 8Al 6Si 6O 24Cl 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
AlPO4 · 2(H2O)

Hackmanite and Variscite Chemical Formula

While comparing Hackmanite 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 Hackmanite and Variscite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Hackmanite- Na 8Al 6Si 6O 24Cl 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
  • Chemical formula of Variscite- AlPO4 · 2(H2O)

Hackmanite and Variscite Specific Gravity

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