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Jet and Phosphosiderite Physical Properties


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Phosphosiderite and Jet Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
1.19-1.35   
2.74-2.76   

Fracture
ConchoidalWalter Schumann, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references   
UnevenAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), UnevenAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Uneven   

Cleavage
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{010} Perfect, {001} Distinct   

Mohs Hardness
2.5-4   
3.5-4   

Chemical Composition
Not Available   
Fe3+ PO 4 · 2H 2OAnthony et al , Handbook of Mineralogy (2001)   

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Jet and Phosphosiderite Chemical Formula

While comparing Jet 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 Jet and Phosphosiderite chemical formula.

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Jet and Phosphosiderite Specific Gravity

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

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