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Andesine and Pyromorphite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
2.65-2.696.5-7.1
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, Conchoidal, Uneven, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Brittle, Metallic
1.6 Cleavage
Perfect on {001}, good on {010}
Imperfect- [10 1 1]
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6-6.53.5-4
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
(Na,Ca)Al1-2Si3-2O8
Pb 5(PO 4) 3ClArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Andesine and Pyromorphite Chemical Formula

While comparing Andesine and Pyromorphite 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 Andesine and Pyromorphite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Andesine- (Na,Ca)Al1-2Si3-2O8
  • Chemical formula of Pyromorphite- Pb 5(PO 4) 3ClArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Andesine and Pyromorphite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Andesine and Pyromorphite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Andesine and Pyromorphite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Andesine is 6.5-7.1 whereas that of Pyromorphite is 6.5-7.1.