Phosphosiderite and Chrysoberyl Physical Properties

Phosphosiderite and Chrysoberyl Chemical Formula

While comparing Phosphosiderite and Chrysoberyl 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 Chrysoberyl chemical formula.

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

Phosphosiderite and Chrysoberyl Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Phosphosiderite and Chrysoberyl Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Phosphosiderite and Chrysoberyl Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Phosphosiderite is 3.69-3.81 whereas that of Chrysoberyl is 3.69-3.81.