Proustite and Variscite Physical Properties
Tenacity
Brittle
Not Available
Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
5.51-5.64
2.42-2.58
Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle
Conchoidal, Splintery, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references, Brittle
Cleavage
Distinct on {10 1 1}
[010] perfect
Chemical Composition
Ag 3AsS 3Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
AlPO4 · 2(H2O)
Proustite and Variscite Chemical Formula
While comparing Proustite 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 Proustite and Variscite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Proustite- Ag 3AsS 3Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
- Chemical formula of Variscite- AlPO4 · 2(H2O)
Proustite and Variscite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Proustite and Variscite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Proustite and Variscite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Proustite is 2.42-2.58 whereas that of Variscite is 2.42-2.58.