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Shungite and Phosphosiderite Physical Properties


Phosphosiderite and Shungite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
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2.74-2.76   

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

Cleavage
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{010} Perfect, {001} Distinct   

Mohs Hardness
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3.5-4   

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

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Shungite and Phosphosiderite Chemical Formula

While comparing Shungite and Phosphosiderite 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 Shungite and Phosphosiderite chemical formula.

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Shungite and Phosphosiderite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Shungite and Phosphosiderite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Shungite and Phosphosiderite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Shungite is 2.74-2.76 whereas that of Phosphosiderite is 2.74-2.76.

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