Phosphophyllite and Sulfur Physical Properties

Phosphophyllite

Sulfur

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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1.2 Solubility

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insoluble

1.3 Durability

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1.4 Specific Gravity

3.07-3.13Not Available

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Uneven

(e.g. graphite).

1.6 Cleavage

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

{???} Imperfect, {???} Imperfect

1.7 Mohs Hardness

3-3.5Not Available

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

Zn 2(Fe2+ ,Mn2+ )(PO 4) 2 · 4H 2OMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

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Phosphophyllite and Sulfur Chemical Formula

While comparing Phosphophyllite and Sulfur 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 Sulfur chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Phosphophyllite- Zn 2(Fe2+ ,Mn2+ )(PO 4) 2 · 4H 2OMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

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Phosphophyllite and Sulfur Specific Gravity

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