Phosphosiderite and Danburite Physical Properties

Phosphosiderite and Danburite Chemical Formula

While comparing Phosphosiderite and Danburite 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 Danburite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Phosphosiderite- Fe3+ PO 4 · 2H 2OAnthony et al , Handbook of Mineralogy (2001)
• Chemical formula of Danburite- CaB 2(SiO 4) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Phosphosiderite and Danburite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Phosphosiderite and Danburite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Phosphosiderite and Danburite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Phosphosiderite is 2.97-3.03 whereas that of Danburite is 2.97-3.03.