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Citrine and Phosphosiderite Physical Properties


Phosphosiderite and Citrine Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Not Available   
Not Available   

Solubility
Not Available   
Not Available   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
2.65   
2.74-2.76   

Fracture
ConchoidalMichael O’Donoghue, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006), Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)   
UnevenAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), UnevenAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Uneven   

Cleavage
Indiscernible   
{010} Perfect, {001} Distinct   

Mohs Hardness
7   
3.5-4   

Chemical Composition
SiO2   
Fe3+ PO 4 · 2H 2OAnthony et al , Handbook of Mineralogy (2001)   

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Citrine and Phosphosiderite Chemical Formula

While comparing Citrine 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 Citrine and Phosphosiderite chemical formula.

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Citrine and Phosphosiderite Specific Gravity

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

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