Orthoclase and Phosphosiderite Physical Properties

Orthoclase

Phosphosiderite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Not Available

1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

2.54-2.612.74-2.76

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Gems, Uneven

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

1.6 Cleavage

Has perfect cleavage on {001} and good cleavage on {010}. Cleavages intersect at 90°.

{010} Perfect, {001} Distinct

1.7 Mohs Hardness

63.5-4

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

KAlSi 3O 8Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

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

Orthoclase and Phosphosiderite Chemical Formula

While comparing Orthoclase 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 Orthoclase and Phosphosiderite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Orthoclase- KAlSi 3O 8Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Chemical formula of Phosphosiderite- Fe3+ PO 4 · 2H 2OAnthony et al , Handbook of Mineralogy (2001)

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Orthoclase and Phosphosiderite Specific Gravity

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