Periclase and Variscite Physical Properties
Tenacity
Brittle
Not Available
Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
3.7-3.9
2.42-2.58
Fracture
Conchoidal, Brittle
Conchoidal, Splintery, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references, Brittle
Cleavage
{001} perfect; {111} imperfect, may exhibit parting on , {011}
[010] perfect
Chemical Composition
MgOMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
AlPO4 · 2(H2O)
Periclase and Variscite Chemical Formula
While comparing Periclase 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 Periclase and Variscite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Periclase- MgOMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
- Chemical formula of Variscite- AlPO4 · 2(H2O)
Periclase and Variscite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Periclase and Variscite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Periclase and Variscite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Periclase is 2.42-2.58 whereas that of Variscite is 2.42-2.58.