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Moss Opal and Phosphosiderite Physical Properties


Phosphosiderite and Moss Opal Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Not Available   
Not Available   

Solubility
Not Available   
Not Available   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
1.98-2.50   
2.74-2.76   

Fracture
Conchoidal, Conchoidal, Gemstones of the world (2001)   
UnevenAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), UnevenAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Uneven   

Cleavage
Not Available   
{010} Perfect, {001} Distinct   

Mohs Hardness
5.5-6.5   
3.5-4   

Chemical Composition
SiO 2 · nH 2OWalter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001)   
Fe3+ PO 4 · 2H 2OAnthony et al , Handbook of Mineralogy (2001)   

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Moss Opal and Phosphosiderite Chemical Formula

While comparing Moss Opal 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 Moss Opal and Phosphosiderite chemical formula.

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Moss Opal and Phosphosiderite Specific Gravity

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

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