Williamsite and Phosphophyllite Physical Properties

Williamsite and Phosphophyllite Chemical Formula

While comparing Williamsite 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 Williamsite and Phosphophyllite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Williamsite- (Mg,Fe2+ ) 3Si 2O 5(OH) 4Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
• Chemical formula of Phosphophyllite- Zn 2(Fe2+ ,Mn2+ )(PO 4) 2 · 4H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Williamsite and Phosphophyllite Specific Gravity

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