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Anatase and Phosphosiderite Physical Properties


Phosphosiderite and Anatase Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle   
Not Available   

Solubility
Not Available   
Not Available   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
3.82-3.97   
2.74-2.76   

Fracture
Subconchoidal, Conchoidal, Brittle, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)   
UnevenAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), UnevenAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Uneven   

Cleavage
Perfect on [001] and [011]   
{010} Perfect, {001} Distinct   

Mohs Hardness
5.5-6   
3.5-4   

Chemical Composition
TiO 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006) More from other references   
Fe3+ PO 4 · 2H 2OAnthony et al , Handbook of Mineralogy (2001)   

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Anatase and Phosphosiderite Chemical Formula

While comparing Anatase 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 Anatase and Phosphosiderite chemical formula.

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Anatase and Phosphosiderite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Anatase and Phosphosiderite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Anatase and Phosphosiderite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Anatase is 2.74-2.76 whereas that of Phosphosiderite is 2.74-2.76.

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