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Hurlbutite 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
2.902.42-2.58
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle, Conchoidal
Conchoidal, Splintery, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
None
[010] perfect
1.7 Mohs Hardness
64-5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
CaBe 2(PO 4) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
AlPO4 · 2(H2O)

Hurlbutite and Variscite Chemical Formula

While comparing Hurlbutite 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 Hurlbutite and Variscite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Hurlbutite- CaBe 2(PO 4) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
  • Chemical formula of Variscite- AlPO4 · 2(H2O)

Hurlbutite and Variscite Specific Gravity

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