Lepidocrocite and Variscite Physical Properties

Lepidocrocite and Variscite Chemical Formula

While comparing Lepidocrocite 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 Lepidocrocite and Variscite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Lepidocrocite- FeO(OH)
• Chemical formula of Variscite- AlPO₄ · 2(H₂O)

Lepidocrocite and Variscite Specific Gravity

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