Phosphophyllite and Tektite Physical Properties

Phosphophyllite and Tektite Chemical Formula

While comparing Phosphophyllite and Tektite 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 Tektite 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
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Phosphophyllite and Tektite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Phosphophyllite and Tektite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Phosphophyllite and Tektite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Phosphophyllite is 2.34-2.51 whereas that of Tektite is 2.34-2.51.