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Phosphosiderite and Chambersite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
2.74-2.76
3.50
1.5 Fracture
UnevenAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), UnevenAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Uneven
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Conchoidal, Uneven
1.6 Cleavage
{010} Perfect, {001} Distinct
None
1.7 Mohs Hardness
3.5-4
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1.8 Chemical Composition
Fe3+ PO 4 · 2H 2OAnthony et al , Handbook of Mineralogy (2001)
Mn 3B 7O 13ClMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Phosphosiderite and Chambersite Chemical Formula

While comparing Phosphosiderite and Chambersite 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 Chambersite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Phosphosiderite- Fe3+ PO 4 · 2H 2OAnthony et al , Handbook of Mineralogy (2001)
  • Chemical formula of Chambersite- Mn 3B 7O 13ClMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Phosphosiderite and Chambersite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Phosphosiderite and Chambersite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Phosphosiderite and Chambersite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Phosphosiderite is 3.50 whereas that of Chambersite is 3.50.