Jelly Opal and Phosphosiderite Physical Properties

Jelly Opal and Phosphosiderite Chemical Formula

While comparing Jelly Opal 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 Jelly Opal and Phosphosiderite chemical formula.

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• Chemical formula of Phosphosiderite- Fe3+ PO 4 · 2H 2OAnthony et al , Handbook of Mineralogy (2001)

Jelly Opal and Phosphosiderite Specific Gravity

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