Phosphosiderite and Feldspar Physical Properties

Phosphosiderite and Feldspar Chemical Formula

While comparing Phosphosiderite and Feldspar 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 Feldspar chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Phosphosiderite- Fe3+ PO 4 · 2H 2OAnthony et al , Handbook of Mineralogy (2001)
• Chemical formula of Feldspar- KAlSi3O8

Phosphosiderite and Feldspar Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Phosphosiderite and Feldspar Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Phosphosiderite and Feldspar Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Phosphosiderite is 2.56-2.75 whereas that of Feldspar is 2.56-2.75.