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Sulfur and Phosphophyllite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
insoluble
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
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3.07-3.13
1.5 Fracture
(e.g. graphite).
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Uneven
1.6 Cleavage
{???} Imperfect, {???} Imperfect
{100} Perfect, {010} Distinct, {102} Distinct
1.7 Mohs Hardness
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3-3.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
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Zn 2(Fe2+ ,Mn2+ )(PO 4) 2 · 4H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Sulfur and Phosphophyllite Chemical Formula

While comparing Sulfur and Phosphophyllite 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 Sulfur and Phosphophyllite chemical formula.

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  • Chemical formula of Phosphophyllite- Zn 2(Fe2+ ,Mn2+ )(PO 4) 2 · 4H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Sulfur and Phosphophyllite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Sulfur and Phosphophyllite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Sulfur and Phosphophyllite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Sulfur is 3.07-3.13 whereas that of Phosphophyllite is 3.07-3.13.