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Tektite and Phosphophyllite Physical Properties

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
2.34-2.51
3.07-3.13
1.5 Fracture
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ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Uneven
1.6 Cleavage
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{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

Tektite and Phosphophyllite Chemical Formula

While comparing Tektite 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 Tektite 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

Tektite and Phosphophyllite Specific Gravity

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