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Hurlbutite and Phosphophyllite Physical Properties


Phosphophyllite and Hurlbutite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Not Available   
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Solubility
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Durability
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Not Available   

Specific Gravity
2.90   
3.07-3.13   

Fracture
ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle, Conchoidal   
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Uneven   

Cleavage
None   
{100} Perfect, {010} Distinct, {102} Distinct   

Mohs Hardness
6   
3-3.5   

Chemical Composition
CaBe 2(PO 4) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)   
Zn 2(Fe2+ ,Mn2+ )(PO 4) 2 · 4H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references   

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Hurlbutite and Phosphophyllite Chemical Formula

While comparing Hurlbutite 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 Hurlbutite and Phosphophyllite chemical formula.

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Hurlbutite and Phosphophyllite Specific Gravity

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

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