Copper and Phosphophyllite Physical Properties
Tenacity
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Solubility
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Specific Gravity
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3.07-3.13
Fracture
Hackly Jagged, torn surfaces, (e.g. fractured metals)., torn surfaces, (e.g. fractured metals).
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Uneven
Cleavage
None
{100} Perfect, {010} Distinct, {102} Distinct
Chemical Composition
Cu
Zn 2(Fe2+ ,Mn2+ )(PO 4) 2 · 4H 2OMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Copper and Phosphophyllite Chemical Formula
While comparing Copper 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 Copper and Phosphophyllite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Copper- Cu
- Chemical formula of Phosphophyllite- Zn 2(Fe2+ ,Mn2+ )(PO 4) 2 · 4H 2OMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Copper and Phosphophyllite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Copper and Phosphophyllite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Copper and Phosphophyllite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Copper is 3.07-3.13 whereas that of Phosphophyllite is 3.07-3.13.