Phosphophyllite and Wernerite Physical Properties
Specific Gravity
3.07-3.13
2.50-2.80
Fracture
Conchoidal, Uneven
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Cleavage
{100} Perfect, {010} Distinct, {102} Distinct
Perfect
Mohs Hardness
3-3.5
5-6.5
Chemical Composition
Zn 2(Fe2+ ,Mn2+ )(PO 4) 2 · 4H 2OMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Na 4(Al,Si) 12O 24Cl to Ca 4(Si,Al) 12O 24(CO 3,SO 4)Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
Phosphophyllite and Wernerite Chemical Formula
While comparing Phosphophyllite and Wernerite 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 Wernerite 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 Wernerite- Na 4(Al,Si) 12O 24Cl to Ca 4(Si,Al) 12O 24(CO 3,SO 4)Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
Phosphophyllite and Wernerite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Phosphophyllite and Wernerite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Phosphophyllite and Wernerite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Phosphophyllite is 2.50-2.80 whereas that of Wernerite is 2.50-2.80.