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Clinohedrite and Phosphosiderite Physical Properties


Phosphosiderite and Clinohedrite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Not Available   
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Solubility
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Not Available   

Durability
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Not Available   

Specific Gravity
3.28-3.335   
2.74-2.76   

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

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

Mohs Hardness
5.5   
3.5-4   

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

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Clinohedrite and Phosphosiderite Chemical Formula

While comparing Clinohedrite 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 Clinohedrite and Phosphosiderite chemical formula.

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Clinohedrite and Phosphosiderite Specific Gravity

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

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