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Hiddenite 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
3.15-3.212.42-2.58
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Gemstones of the world (2001), UnevenWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001)
Conchoidal, Splintery, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
1,2 prismatic
[010] perfect
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6-74-5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
LiAlSi2O6
AlPO4 · 2(H2O)

Hiddenite and Variscite Chemical Formula

While comparing Hiddenite 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 Hiddenite and Variscite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Hiddenite- LiAlSi2O6
  • Chemical formula of Variscite- AlPO4 · 2(H2O)

Hiddenite and Variscite Specific Gravity

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