Phosphosiderite and Chrysoprase Physical Properties

Phosphosiderite

Chrysoprase

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Not Available

1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

2.74-2.762.58-2.64

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

UnevenAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), UnevenAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Uneven

Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

1.6 Cleavage

{010} Perfect, {001} Distinct

None

1.7 Mohs Hardness

3.5-46.5-7

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

Fe3+ PO 4 · 2H 2OAnthony et al , Handbook of Mineralogy (2001)

SiO₂ (with a high level of nickel impurities )

Phosphosiderite and Chrysoprase Chemical Formula

While comparing Phosphosiderite and Chrysoprase 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 Chrysoprase chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Phosphosiderite- Fe3+ PO 4 · 2H 2OAnthony et al , Handbook of Mineralogy (2001)
Chemical formula of Chrysoprase- SiO₂ (with a high level of nickel impurities )

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Phosphosiderite and Chrysoprase Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Phosphosiderite and Chrysoprase Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Phosphosiderite and Chrysoprase Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Phosphosiderite is 2.58-2.64 whereas that of Chrysoprase is 2.58-2.64.