Phosphophyllite and Spinel Physical Properties
Physical Properties
Tenacity
Not Available
Not Available
Solubility
Not Available
none
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
3.07-3.13
3.64-3.66
Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Uneven
Conchoidal, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Cleavage
{100} Perfect, {010} Distinct, {102} Distinct
None, but may exhibit slight parting
Mohs Hardness
3-3.5
8
Chemical Composition
Zn 2(Fe2+ ,Mn2+ )(PO 4) 2 · 4H 2OMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
MgAl2O4
Phosphophyllite and Spinel Chemical Formula
While comparing Phosphophyllite and Spinel 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 Spinel 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 Spinel- MgAl2O4
Phosphophyllite and Spinel Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Phosphophyllite and Spinel Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Phosphophyllite and Spinel Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Phosphophyllite is 3.64-3.66 whereas that of Spinel is 3.64-3.66.
