Phosphophyllite and Sunstone Physical Properties

Phosphophyllite and Sunstone Chemical Formula

While comparing Phosphophyllite and Sunstone 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 Sunstone 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 Sunstone- Microcline: KAlSi₃O₈ Oligoclase: (Na,Ca)Al_1-2Si_3-2O₈

Phosphophyllite and Sunstone Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Phosphophyllite and Sunstone Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Phosphophyllite and Sunstone Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Phosphophyllite is 2.62-2.65 whereas that of Sunstone is 2.62-2.65.