Amber and Phosphosiderite Physical Properties
Tenacity
Not Available
Not Available
Solubility
Soluble
Not Available
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
1.05-1.10
2.74-2.76
Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Conchoidal, Brittle, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Conchoidal, Brittle
UnevenAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), UnevenAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Uneven
Cleavage
None
{010} Perfect, {001} Distinct
Mohs Hardness
2-2.5
3.5-4
Chemical Composition
[C,H,O]
Fe3+ PO 4 · 2H 2OAnthony et al , Handbook of Mineralogy (2001)
Amber and Phosphosiderite Chemical Formula
While comparing Amber and Phosphosiderite 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 Amber and Phosphosiderite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Amber- [C,H,O]
- Chemical formula of Phosphosiderite- Fe3+ PO 4 · 2H 2OAnthony et al , Handbook of Mineralogy (2001)
Amber and Phosphosiderite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Amber and Phosphosiderite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Amber and Phosphosiderite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Amber is 2.74-2.76 whereas that of Phosphosiderite is 2.74-2.76.
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