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Chlorite group and Phosphosiderite Physical Properties


Phosphosiderite and Chlorite group Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Not Available   
Not Available   

Solubility
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Not Available   

Durability
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Not Available   

Specific Gravity
2.6-3.3   
2.74-2.76   

Fracture
Lamellar   
UnevenAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), UnevenAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Uneven   

Cleavage
Perfect 001   
{010} Perfect, {001} Distinct   

Mohs Hardness
2-2.5   
3.5-4   

Chemical Composition
Not Available   
Fe3+ PO 4 · 2H 2OAnthony et al , Handbook of Mineralogy (2001)   

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Chlorite group and Phosphosiderite Chemical Formula

While comparing Chlorite group 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 Chlorite group and Phosphosiderite chemical formula.

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Chlorite group and Phosphosiderite Specific Gravity

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

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