Eosphorite and Umbalite Physical Properties

Eosphorite and Umbalite Chemical Formula

While comparing Eosphorite and Umbalite 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 Eosphorite and Umbalite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Eosphorite- Mn2+ Al(PO 4)(OH) 2H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
• Chemical formula of Umbalite- Mg 3Al 2(SiO 4) 3 -Mn2+3Al 2(SiO 4) 3Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)

Eosphorite and Umbalite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Eosphorite and Umbalite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Eosphorite and Umbalite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Eosphorite is 3.62-4.33 whereas that of Umbalite is 3.62-4.33.