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Phosphosiderite and Richterite 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
3.0-3.5
1.5 Fracture
UnevenAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), UnevenAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Uneven
Uneven, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
{010} Perfect, {001} Distinct
Perfect
1.7 Mohs Hardness
3.5-4
5-6
1.8 Chemical Composition
Fe3+ PO 4 · 2H 2OAnthony et al , Handbook of Mineralogy (2001)
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Phosphosiderite and Richterite Chemical Formula

While comparing Phosphosiderite and Richterite 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 Richterite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Phosphosiderite- Fe3+ PO 4 · 2H 2OAnthony et al , Handbook of Mineralogy (2001)
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Phosphosiderite and Richterite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Phosphosiderite and Richterite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Phosphosiderite and Richterite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Phosphosiderite is 3.0-3.5 whereas that of Richterite is 3.0-3.5.