Tavorite and Phosphosiderite Physical Properties

Tavorite and Phosphosiderite Chemical Formula

While comparing Tavorite 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 Tavorite and Phosphosiderite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Tavorite- LiFe3+ (PO 4)(OH)Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
• Chemical formula of Phosphosiderite- Fe3+ PO 4 · 2H 2OAnthony et al , Handbook of Mineralogy (2001)

Tavorite and Phosphosiderite Specific Gravity

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