Lawsonite and Phosphosiderite Physical Properties

Lawsonite

Phosphosiderite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Brittle

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1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

3.092.74-2.76

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

White, Yellow, Pale blue, Brittle, Uneven

UnevenAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), UnevenAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Uneven

1.6 Cleavage

Perfect on {100} and {010}, imperfect on {101}

{010} Perfect, {001} Distinct

1.7 Mohs Hardness

83.5-4

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

Not Available

Fe3+ PO 4 · 2H 2OAnthony et al , Handbook of Mineralogy (2001)

Lawsonite and Phosphosiderite Chemical Formula

While comparing Lawsonite 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 Lawsonite and Phosphosiderite chemical formula.

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

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Lawsonite and Phosphosiderite Specific Gravity

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