Variscite and Scapolite Physical Properties

Variscite

Scapolite

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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

2.42-2.582.58-2.74

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

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

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

1.6 Cleavage

[010] perfect

{100} Distinct, {110} Distinct

1.7 Mohs Hardness

4-55.5-6

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

AlPO₄ · 2(H₂O)

Na 4Al 3Si 9O 24Cl to Ca 4Al 6Si 6O 24(CO 3,SO 4)Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references

Variscite and Scapolite Chemical Formula

While comparing Variscite and Scapolite 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 Scapolite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Variscite- AlPO₄ · 2(H₂O)
Chemical formula of Scapolite- Na 4Al 3Si 9O 24Cl to Ca 4Al 6Si 6O 24(CO 3,SO 4)Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references

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Variscite and Scapolite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Variscite and Scapolite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Variscite and Scapolite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Variscite is 2.58-2.74 whereas that of Scapolite is 2.58-2.74.