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Meionite and Variscite Physical Properties


Variscite and Meionite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
2.78   
2.42-2.58   

Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Conchoidal, Brittle   
Conchoidal, Splintery, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references, Brittle   

Cleavage
{???} Distinct, {???} Indistinct   
[010] perfect   

Mohs Hardness
5-6   
4-5   

Chemical Composition
3CaAl 2Si 2O 8 · CaCO 3Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)   
AlPO4 · 2(H2O)   

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Meionite and Variscite Chemical Formula

While comparing Meionite 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 Meionite and Variscite chemical formula.

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Meionite and Variscite Specific Gravity

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

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