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Phosphosiderite and Bustamite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
Not Available
Partly soluble in HCl.
1.3 Durability
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Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
2.74-2.76
3.32-3.43
1.5 Fracture
UnevenAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), UnevenAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Uneven
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
1.6 Cleavage
{010} Perfect, {001} Distinct
{100} perfect; {110} and {1 1 0} good; {010} poor
1.7 Mohs Hardness
3.5-4
5.5-6
1.8 Chemical Composition
Fe3+ PO 4 · 2H 2OAnthony et al , Handbook of Mineralogy (2001)
(Ca,Mn2+ )Si 3O 9Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Phosphosiderite and Bustamite Chemical Formula

While comparing Phosphosiderite and Bustamite 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 Bustamite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Phosphosiderite- Fe3+ PO 4 · 2H 2OAnthony et al , Handbook of Mineralogy (2001)
  • Chemical formula of Bustamite- (Ca,Mn2+ )Si 3O 9Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Phosphosiderite and Bustamite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Phosphosiderite and Bustamite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Phosphosiderite and Bustamite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Phosphosiderite is 3.32-3.43 whereas that of Bustamite is 3.32-3.43.