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Phosphosiderite and Hauyne Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Not Available
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
Not Available
Gelatinises in acids
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
2.74-2.76
2.4-2.5
1.5 Fracture
UnevenAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), UnevenAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Uneven
Uneven, Conchoidal, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
{010} Perfect, {001} Distinct
Distinct on {110}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
3.5-4
5-6
1.8 Chemical Composition
Fe3+ PO 4 · 2H 2OAnthony et al , Handbook of Mineralogy (2001)
(Na,Ca)4-8Al6Si6(O,S)24(SO4,Cl)1-2

Phosphosiderite and Hauyne Chemical Formula

While comparing Phosphosiderite and Hauyne 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 Hauyne chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Phosphosiderite- Fe3+ PO 4 · 2H 2OAnthony et al , Handbook of Mineralogy (2001)
  • Chemical formula of Hauyne- (Na,Ca)4-8Al6Si6(O,S)24(SO4,Cl)1-2

Phosphosiderite and Hauyne Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Phosphosiderite and Hauyne Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Phosphosiderite and Hauyne Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Phosphosiderite is 2.4-2.5 whereas that of Hauyne is 2.4-2.5.