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Hambergite and Phosphosiderite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
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1.2 Solubility
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Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
2.33-2.37
2.74-2.76
1.5 Fracture
ConchoidalWalter Schumann, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references, Brittle, Metallic
UnevenAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), UnevenAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Uneven
1.6 Cleavage
Perfect on {010}, good on {100}
{010} Perfect, {001} Distinct
1.7 Mohs Hardness
7.5
3.5-4
1.8 Chemical Composition
Be 2BO 3(OH)Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.
Fe3+ PO 4 · 2H 2OAnthony et al , Handbook of Mineralogy (2001)

Hambergite and Phosphosiderite Chemical Formula

While comparing Hambergite 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 Hambergite and Phosphosiderite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Hambergite- Be 2BO 3(OH)Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.
  • Chemical formula of Phosphosiderite- Fe3+ PO 4 · 2H 2OAnthony et al , Handbook of Mineralogy (2001)

Hambergite and Phosphosiderite Specific Gravity

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