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Phosphosiderite and Malachite Physical Properties


Malachite and Phosphosiderite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
2.74-2.76   
3.25-4.10   

Fracture
UnevenAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), UnevenAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Uneven   
Conchoidal, Conchoidal, Gemstones (2009), Uneven   

Cleavage
{010} Perfect, {001} Distinct   
Perfect on { 2 01} fair on {010}   

Mohs Hardness
3.5-4   
3.5-4   

Chemical Composition
Fe3+ PO 4 · 2H 2OAnthony et al , Handbook of Mineralogy (2001)   
Cu2CO3(OH)2   

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Phosphosiderite and Malachite Chemical Formula

While comparing Phosphosiderite and Malachite 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 Malachite chemical formula.

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Phosphosiderite and Malachite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Phosphosiderite and Malachite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Phosphosiderite and Malachite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Phosphosiderite is 3.25-4.10 whereas that of Malachite is 3.25-4.10.

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