Fluorite and Phosphophyllite Physical Properties

Fluorite and Phosphophyllite Chemical Formula

While comparing Fluorite 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 Fluorite and Phosphophyllite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Fluorite- CaF₂
• Chemical formula of Phosphophyllite- Zn 2(Fe2+ ,Mn2+ )(PO 4) 2 · 4H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Fluorite and Phosphophyllite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Fluorite and Phosphophyllite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Fluorite and Phosphophyllite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Fluorite is 3.07-3.13 whereas that of Phosphophyllite is 3.07-3.13.