Sphalerite and Phosphosiderite Physical Properties

Sphalerite

Phosphosiderite

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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

3.95-4.102.74-2.76

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

UnevenWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references, UnevenWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references, Uneven

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

1.6 Cleavage

{110} Perfect, {110} Perfect, {110} Perfect

{010} Perfect, {001} Distinct

1.7 Mohs Hardness

3.5-43.5-4

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

(Zn,Fe)SMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

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

Sphalerite and Phosphosiderite Chemical Formula

While comparing Sphalerite 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 Sphalerite and Phosphosiderite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Sphalerite- (Zn,Fe)SMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Chemical formula of Phosphosiderite- Fe3+ PO 4 · 2H 2OAnthony et al , Handbook of Mineralogy (2001)

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Sphalerite and Phosphosiderite Specific Gravity

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