Phosphosiderite and Beryl Physical Properties

Phosphosiderite and Beryl Chemical Formula

While comparing Phosphosiderite and Beryl 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 Phosphosiderite and Beryl chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Phosphosiderite- Fe3+ PO 4 · 2H 2OAnthony et al , Handbook of Mineralogy (2001)
• Chemical formula of Beryl- Be₃Al₂Si₆O₁₈

Phosphosiderite and Beryl Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Phosphosiderite and Beryl Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Phosphosiderite and Beryl Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Phosphosiderite is 2.60-2.90 whereas that of Beryl is 2.60-2.90.