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Odontolite and Variscite Physical Properties


Variscite and Odontolite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
3.00   
2.42-2.58   

Fracture
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Conchoidal, Splintery, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references, Brittle   

Cleavage
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[010] perfect   

Mohs Hardness
5   
4-5   

Chemical Composition
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AlPO4 · 2(H2O)   

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Odontolite and Variscite Chemical Formula

While comparing Odontolite 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 Odontolite and Variscite chemical formula.

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Odontolite and Variscite Specific Gravity

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

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