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Thulite and Phosphosiderite Physical Properties

Physical Properties

Tenacity

-
-

Solubility

-
-

Durability

-
-

Specific Gravity

3.12.74-2.76
1 7.18
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Fracture

Uneven, Conchoidal
Uneven

Cleavage

Perfect {010} imperfect {100}
{010} Perfect, {001} Distinct

Mohs Hardness

6-73.5-4
2 10
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Chemical Composition

Ca2Al3(SiO4)3(OH)
Fe3+ PO 4 · 2H 2OAnthony et al , Handbook of Mineralogy (2001)

Thulite and Phosphosiderite Chemical Formula

While comparing Thulite 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 Thulite and Phosphosiderite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Thulite- Ca2Al3(SiO4)3(OH)
  • Chemical formula of Phosphosiderite- Fe3+ PO 4 · 2H 2OAnthony et al , Handbook of Mineralogy (2001)

Thulite and Phosphosiderite Specific Gravity

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