Phosphosiderite and Colemanite Physical Properties

Phosphosiderite

Colemanite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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1.2 Solubility

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1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

2.74-2.762.40-2.42

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

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

Gemstones (2009), UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Metallic

1.6 Cleavage

{010} Perfect, {001} Distinct

1.7 Mohs Hardness

3.5-44.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

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

Ca 2B 6O 11 · 5H 2OMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Phosphosiderite and Colemanite Chemical Formula

While comparing Phosphosiderite and Colemanite 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 Colemanite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Phosphosiderite- Fe3+ PO 4 · 2H 2OAnthony et al , Handbook of Mineralogy (2001)
Chemical formula of Colemanite- Ca 2B 6O 11 · 5H 2OMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

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Phosphosiderite and Colemanite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Phosphosiderite and Colemanite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Phosphosiderite and Colemanite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Phosphosiderite is 2.40-2.42 whereas that of Colemanite is 2.40-2.42.