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Nepouite
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Nepouite and Phosphosiderite Physical Properties

Physical Properties

Tenacity

-
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Solubility

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-

Durability

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-

Specific Gravity

3.18-3.242.74-2.76
1 7.18
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Fracture

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Uneven

Cleavage

perfect on {001}
{010} Perfect, {001} Distinct

Mohs Hardness

23.5-4
2 10
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Chemical Composition

Ni3(Si2O5)(OH)4
Fe3+ PO 4 · 2H 2OAnthony et al , Handbook of Mineralogy (2001)

Nepouite and Phosphosiderite Chemical Formula

While comparing Nepouite 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 Nepouite and Phosphosiderite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Nepouite- Ni3(Si2O5)(OH)4
  • Chemical formula of Phosphosiderite- Fe3+ PO 4 · 2H 2OAnthony et al , Handbook of Mineralogy (2001)

Nepouite and Phosphosiderite Specific Gravity

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