Benitoite and Phosphophyllite Physical Properties
Solubility
Insoluble: HCl
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Specific Gravity
3.61-3.68
3.07-3.13
Fracture
Conchoidal
Conchoidal, Uneven
Cleavage
[10 1 1] poor
{100} Perfect, {010} Distinct, {102} Distinct
Mohs Hardness
6-6.5
3-3.5
Chemical Composition
BaTiSi 3O 9Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Zn 2(Fe2+ ,Mn2+ )(PO 4) 2 · 4H 2OMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Benitoite and Phosphophyllite Chemical Formula
While comparing Benitoite and Phosphophyllite 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 Benitoite and Phosphophyllite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Benitoite- BaTiSi 3O 9Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
- Chemical formula of Phosphophyllite- Zn 2(Fe2+ ,Mn2+ )(PO 4) 2 · 4H 2OMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Benitoite and Phosphophyllite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Benitoite and Phosphophyllite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Benitoite and Phosphophyllite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Benitoite is 3.07-3.13 whereas that of Phosphophyllite is 3.07-3.13.