Phosphophyllite and Scapolite Physical Properties
Specific Gravity
3.07-3.13
2.58-2.74
Fracture
Conchoidal, Uneven
ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Splintery
Cleavage
{100} Perfect, {010} Distinct, {102} Distinct
{100} Distinct, {110} Distinct
Mohs Hardness
3-3.5
5.5-6
Chemical Composition
Zn 2(Fe2+ ,Mn2+ )(PO 4) 2 · 4H 2OMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Na 4Al 3Si 9O 24Cl to Ca 4Al 6Si 6O 24(CO 3,SO 4)Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references
Phosphophyllite and Scapolite Chemical Formula
While comparing Phosphophyllite and Scapolite 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 Scapolite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Phosphophyllite- Zn 2(Fe2+ ,Mn2+ )(PO 4) 2 · 4H 2OMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
- Chemical formula of Scapolite- Na 4Al 3Si 9O 24Cl to Ca 4Al 6Si 6O 24(CO 3,SO 4)Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references
Phosphophyllite and Scapolite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Phosphophyllite and Scapolite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Phosphophyllite and Scapolite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Phosphophyllite is 2.58-2.74 whereas that of Scapolite is 2.58-2.74.