Phosphophyllite and Pietersite Physical Properties

Phosphophyllite and Pietersite Chemical Formula

While comparing Phosphophyllite and Pietersite 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 Pietersite 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
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Phosphophyllite and Pietersite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Phosphophyllite and Pietersite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Phosphophyllite and Pietersite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Phosphophyllite is Not Available whereas that of Pietersite is Not Available.