Sanidine and Variscite Physical Properties

Sanidine and Variscite Chemical Formula

While comparing Sanidine 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 Sanidine and Variscite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Sanidine- KAlSi 3O 8Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
• Chemical formula of Variscite- AlPO₄ · 2(H₂O)

Sanidine and Variscite Specific Gravity

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