Sussexite and Phosphosiderite Physical Properties

Sussexite

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

3.302.74-2.76

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Not Available

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

1.6 Cleavage

Not Available

{010} Perfect, {001} Distinct

1.7 Mohs Hardness

3-3.53.5-4

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

Mn2+ BO 2(OH)Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

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

Sussexite and Phosphosiderite Chemical Formula

While comparing Sussexite 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 Sussexite and Phosphosiderite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Sussexite- Mn2+ BO 2(OH)Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
Chemical formula of Phosphosiderite- Fe3+ PO 4 · 2H 2OAnthony et al , Handbook of Mineralogy (2001)

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Sussexite and Phosphosiderite Specific Gravity

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