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Variscite and Scorodite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
2.42-2.58
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1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal, Splintery, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references, Brittle
Sub-Conchoidal, Splintery
1.6 Cleavage
[010] perfect
{201} Imperfect, {100} Poor, {001} Poor
1.7 Mohs Hardness
4-5
3.5-4
1.8 Chemical Composition
AlPO4 · 2(H2O)
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Variscite and Scorodite Chemical Formula

While comparing Variscite and Scorodite 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 Scorodite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Variscite- AlPO4 · 2(H2O)
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Variscite and Scorodite Specific Gravity

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