Microcline and Phosphosiderite Physical Properties

Microcline

Phosphosiderite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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1.2 Solubility

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1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

2.55-2.632.74-2.76

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Uneven, Uneven, Gems

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

1.6 Cleavage

{001} Perfect, {010} Good

{010} Perfect, {001} Distinct

1.7 Mohs Hardness

6-6.53.5-4

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

KAlSi 3O 8Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

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

Microcline and Phosphosiderite Chemical Formula

While comparing Microcline 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 Microcline and Phosphosiderite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Microcline- KAlSi 3O 8Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
Chemical formula of Phosphosiderite- Fe3+ PO 4 · 2H 2OAnthony et al , Handbook of Mineralogy (2001)

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Microcline and Phosphosiderite Specific Gravity

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