Phosphophyllite and Alunite Physical Properties

Phosphophyllite and Alunite Chemical Formula

While comparing Phosphophyllite and Alunite 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 Phosphophyllite and Alunite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Phosphophyllite- Zn 2(Fe2+ ,Mn2+ )(PO 4) 2 · 4H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
• Chemical formula of Alunite- KAl3(SO4)2(OH)6

Phosphophyllite and Alunite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Phosphophyllite and Alunite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Phosphophyllite and Alunite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Phosphophyllite is 2.6-2.9 whereas that of Alunite is 2.6-2.9.