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Phosphosiderite and Garnet Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
2.74-2.763.55-4.33
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
UnevenAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), UnevenAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Uneven
Conchoidal, Uneven
1.6 Cleavage
{010} Perfect, {001} Distinct
Indistinct
1.7 Mohs Hardness
3.5-46.5-7.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
Fe3+ PO 4 · 2H 2OAnthony et al , Handbook of Mineralogy (2001)
Garnet is a series of several different minerals with unique chemical formulas.

Phosphosiderite and Garnet Chemical Formula

While comparing Phosphosiderite and Garnet 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 Garnet chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Phosphosiderite- Fe3+ PO 4 · 2H 2OAnthony et al , Handbook of Mineralogy (2001)
  • Chemical formula of Garnet- Garnet is a series of several different minerals with unique chemical formulas.

Phosphosiderite and Garnet Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Phosphosiderite and Garnet Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Phosphosiderite and Garnet Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Phosphosiderite is 3.55-4.33 whereas that of Garnet is 3.55-4.33.