Ettringite and Phosphophyllite Physical Properties
Solubility
Partially soluble in water
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Specific Gravity
1.77
3.07-3.13
Fracture
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Conchoidal, Uneven
Cleavage
Perfect on {10 1 0}
{100} Perfect, {010} Distinct, {102} Distinct
Mohs Hardness
2-2.5
3-3.5
Chemical Composition
Ca 6Al 2(SO 4) 3(OH) 12 26H 2OMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Zn 2(Fe2+ ,Mn2+ )(PO 4) 2 · 4H 2OMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Ettringite and Phosphophyllite Chemical Formula
While comparing Ettringite 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 Ettringite and Phosphophyllite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Ettringite- Ca 6Al 2(SO 4) 3(OH) 12 26H 2OMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
- Chemical formula of Phosphophyllite- Zn 2(Fe2+ ,Mn2+ )(PO 4) 2 · 4H 2OMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Ettringite and Phosphophyllite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Ettringite and Phosphophyllite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Ettringite and Phosphophyllite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Ettringite is 3.07-3.13 whereas that of Phosphophyllite is 3.07-3.13.