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Phosphophyllite and Jasper Physical Properties


Jasper and Phosphophyllite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
-  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
3.07-3.13  
2.58-2.91  

Fracture
Conchoidal, Uneven  
Conchoidal  

Cleavage
{100} Perfect, {010} Distinct, {102} Distinct  
Indiscernible  

Mohs Hardness
3-3.5  
6.5-7  

Chemical Composition
Zn 2(Fe2+ ,Mn2+ )(PO 4) 2 · 4H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references  
SiO2  

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Phosphophyllite and Jasper Chemical Formula

While comparing Phosphophyllite and Jasper 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 Jasper chemical formula.

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Phosphophyllite and Jasper Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Phosphophyllite and Jasper Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Phosphophyllite and Jasper Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Phosphophyllite is 2.58-2.91 whereas that of Jasper is 2.58-2.91.

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