Prasiolite and Variscite Physical Properties

Prasiolite and Variscite Chemical Formula

While comparing Prasiolite 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 Prasiolite and Variscite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Prasiolite- SiO 2Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.
• Chemical formula of Variscite- AlPO₄ · 2(H₂O)

Prasiolite and Variscite Specific Gravity

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