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Phosphosiderite and Cuprite Physical Properties


Cuprite and Phosphosiderite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Not Available   
Brittle   

Solubility
Not Available   
Not Available   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
2.74-2.76   
5.85-6.15   

Fracture
UnevenAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), UnevenAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Uneven   
Conchoidal, Metallic, UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Conchoidal   

Cleavage
{010} Perfect, {001} Distinct   
Fair in four directions forming octahedrons   

Mohs Hardness
3.5-4   
3.5-4   

Chemical Composition
Fe3+ PO 4 · 2H 2OAnthony et al , Handbook of Mineralogy (2001)   
Cu 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references   

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Phosphosiderite and Cuprite Chemical Formula

While comparing Phosphosiderite and Cuprite 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 Cuprite chemical formula.

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Phosphosiderite and Cuprite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Phosphosiderite and Cuprite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Phosphosiderite and Cuprite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Phosphosiderite is 5.85-6.15 whereas that of Cuprite is 5.85-6.15.

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