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Leucophanite and Phosphosiderite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
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2.74-2.76
1.5 Fracture
Brittle, Metallic
UnevenAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), UnevenAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Uneven
1.6 Cleavage
{???} Good, {???} Good, {???} Distinct
{010} Perfect, {001} Distinct
1.7 Mohs Hardness
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3.5-4
1.8 Chemical Composition
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Fe3+ PO 4 · 2H 2OAnthony et al , Handbook of Mineralogy (2001)

Leucophanite and Phosphosiderite Chemical Formula

While comparing Leucophanite 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 Leucophanite and Phosphosiderite chemical formula.

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

Leucophanite and Phosphosiderite Specific Gravity

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