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Zektzerite 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
2.79
2.74-2.76
1.5 Fracture
Not Available
UnevenAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), UnevenAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Uneven
1.6 Cleavage
{100} and {010} perfect
{010} Perfect, {001} Distinct
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6
3.5-4
1.8 Chemical Composition
LiNa(Zr,Ti,Hf)Si 6O 15Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.
Fe3+ PO 4 · 2H 2OAnthony et al , Handbook of Mineralogy (2001)

Zektzerite and Phosphosiderite Chemical Formula

While comparing Zektzerite 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 Zektzerite and Phosphosiderite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Zektzerite- LiNa(Zr,Ti,Hf)Si 6O 15Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.
  • Chemical formula of Phosphosiderite- Fe3+ PO 4 · 2H 2OAnthony et al , Handbook of Mineralogy (2001)

Zektzerite and Phosphosiderite Specific Gravity

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