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Violane and Phosphosiderite 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
3.22-3.40
2.74-2.76
1.5 Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
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
5-6
3.5-4
1.8 Chemical Composition
(Ca,Mg,Mn)SiO 3Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)
Fe3+ PO 4 · 2H 2OAnthony et al , Handbook of Mineralogy (2001)

Violane and Phosphosiderite Chemical Formula

While comparing Violane 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 Violane and Phosphosiderite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Violane- (Ca,Mg,Mn)SiO 3Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)
  • Chemical formula of Phosphosiderite- Fe3+ PO 4 · 2H 2OAnthony et al , Handbook of Mineralogy (2001)

Violane and Phosphosiderite Specific Gravity

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