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Phosphophyllite and Crocoite Physical Properties


Crocoite and Phosphophyllite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
3.07-3.13   
5.90-6.10   

Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Uneven   
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), (e.g. graphite).   

Cleavage
{100} Perfect, {010} Distinct, {102} Distinct   
{110} Distinct, {001} Indistinct, {100} Indistinct   

Mohs Hardness
3-3.5   
2.5-3   

Chemical Composition
Zn 2(Fe2+ ,Mn2+ )(PO 4) 2 · 4H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references   
PbCrO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references   

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Phosphophyllite and Crocoite Chemical Formula

While comparing Phosphophyllite and Crocoite 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 Crocoite chemical formula.

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Phosphophyllite and Crocoite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Phosphophyllite and Crocoite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Phosphophyllite and Crocoite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Phosphophyllite is 5.90-6.10 whereas that of Crocoite is 5.90-6.10.

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