Phosphophyllite and Poudretteite Physical Properties

Phosphophyllite and Poudretteite Chemical Formula

While comparing Phosphophyllite and Poudretteite 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 Poudretteite 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 Poudretteite- KNa 2B 3Si 12O 30Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Phosphophyllite and Poudretteite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Phosphophyllite and Poudretteite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Phosphophyllite and Poudretteite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Phosphophyllite is 2.51-2.53 whereas that of Poudretteite is 2.51-2.53.