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Phosphosiderite and Vesuvianite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
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Vesuvianite is virtually insolouble in acids
1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
2.74-2.76
3.32-3.43
1.5 Fracture
UnevenAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), UnevenAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Uneven
Conchoidal, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
{010} Perfect, {001} Distinct
Poor on {110} and {100} very poor on {001}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
3.5-4
6-7
1.8 Chemical Composition
Fe3+ PO 4 · 2H 2OAnthony et al , Handbook of Mineralogy (2001)
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Phosphosiderite and Vesuvianite Chemical Formula

While comparing Phosphosiderite and Vesuvianite 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 Vesuvianite chemical formula.

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

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Phosphosiderite and Vesuvianite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Phosphosiderite and Vesuvianite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Phosphosiderite is 3.32-3.43 whereas that of Vesuvianite is 3.32-3.43.