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Variscite and Andean Opal Physical Properties


Andean Opal and Variscite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
2.42-2.58   
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Fracture
Conchoidal, Splintery, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references, Brittle   
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Cleavage
[010] perfect   
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Mohs Hardness
4-5   
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Chemical Composition
AlPO4 · 2(H2O)   
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Variscite and Andean Opal Chemical Formula

While comparing Variscite and Andean Opal 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 Variscite and Andean Opal chemical formula.

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Variscite and Andean Opal Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Variscite and Andean Opal Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Variscite and Andean Opal Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Variscite is Not Available whereas that of Andean Opal is Not Available.

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