Variscite and Gahnite Physical Properties

Variscite

Gahnite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

2.42-2.584.00-4.62

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Conchoidal, Splintery, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references, Brittle

Conchoidal, Uneven

1.6 Cleavage

[010] perfect

Indistinct parting on [111]

1.7 Mohs Hardness

4-57.5-8

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

AlPO₄ · 2(H₂O)

ZnAl 2O 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Variscite and Gahnite Chemical Formula

While comparing Variscite and Gahnite 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 Gahnite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Variscite- AlPO₄ · 2(H₂O)
Chemical formula of Gahnite- ZnAl 2O 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

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Variscite and Gahnite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Variscite and Gahnite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Variscite and Gahnite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Variscite is 4.00-4.62 whereas that of Gahnite is 4.00-4.62.