Magnetite and Phosphosiderite Physical Properties

Magnetite

Phosphosiderite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

5.2

2.74-2.76

1.5 Fracture

Uneven, Uneven, Management Team (2012), Conchoidal, Brittle

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

1.6 Cleavage

None

{010} Perfect, {001} Distinct

1.7 Mohs Hardness

5.5-6.5

3.5-4

1.8 Chemical Composition

Fe 3O 4Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.

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

Magnetite and Phosphosiderite Chemical Formula

While comparing Magnetite 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 Magnetite and Phosphosiderite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Magnetite- Fe 3O 4Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.
Chemical formula of Phosphosiderite- Fe3+ PO 4 · 2H 2OAnthony et al , Handbook of Mineralogy (2001)

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Magnetite and Phosphosiderite Specific Gravity

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