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Bayldonite and Phosphosiderite 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
5.50
2.74-2.76
1.5 Fracture
Uneven
UnevenAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), UnevenAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Uneven
1.6 Cleavage
None
{010} Perfect, {001} Distinct
1.7 Mohs Hardness
4.5
3.5-4
1.8 Chemical Composition
(Cu,Zn)3Pb(AsO3OH)2(OH)2
Fe3+ PO 4 · 2H 2OAnthony et al , Handbook of Mineralogy (2001)

Bayldonite and Phosphosiderite Chemical Formula

While comparing Bayldonite 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 Bayldonite and Phosphosiderite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Bayldonite- (Cu,Zn)3Pb(AsO3OH)2(OH)2
  • Chemical formula of Phosphosiderite- Fe3+ PO 4 · 2H 2OAnthony et al , Handbook of Mineralogy (2001)

Bayldonite and Phosphosiderite Specific Gravity

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