Akoya pearl and Cerussite Physical Properties
Tenacity
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Solubility
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insoluble
Durability
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Specific Gravity
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6.46-6.57
Fracture
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Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references, Brittle, Conchoidal
Cleavage
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Good [110] and [021]
Mohs Hardness
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3-3.5
Chemical Composition
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PbCO 3Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Akoya pearl and Cerussite Chemical Formula
While comparing Akoya pearl and Cerussite 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 Akoya pearl and Cerussite chemical formula.
>- Chemical formula of Cerussite- PbCO 3Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Akoya pearl and Cerussite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Akoya pearl and Cerussite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Akoya pearl and Cerussite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Akoya pearl is 6.46-6.57 whereas that of Cerussite is 6.46-6.57.