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Phosphosiderite and Pyrophyllite 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
2.74-2.76
2.65-2.90
1.5 Fracture
UnevenAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), UnevenAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Uneven
Gemstones (2009), Flexible Flexible fragments.
1.6 Cleavage
{010} Perfect, {001} Distinct
{001} Perfect
1.7 Mohs Hardness
3.5-4
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1.8 Chemical Composition
Fe3+ PO 4 · 2H 2OAnthony et al , Handbook of Mineralogy (2001)
Al 2Si 4O 10(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Phosphosiderite and Pyrophyllite Chemical Formula

While comparing Phosphosiderite and Pyrophyllite 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 Pyrophyllite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Phosphosiderite- Fe3+ PO 4 · 2H 2OAnthony et al , Handbook of Mineralogy (2001)
  • Chemical formula of Pyrophyllite- Al 2Si 4O 10(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Phosphosiderite and Pyrophyllite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Phosphosiderite and Pyrophyllite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Phosphosiderite and Pyrophyllite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Phosphosiderite is 2.65-2.90 whereas that of Pyrophyllite is 2.65-2.90.

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