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Angelite and Pyromorphite Physical Properties


Pyromorphite and Angelite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
Brittle  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
-9999  
6.5-7.1  

Fracture
-  
Uneven, Conchoidal  

Cleavage
Perfect  
Imperfect- [10 1 1]  

Mohs Hardness
3.5  
3.5-4  

Chemical Composition
CaSO4·2H2O  
Pb 5(PO 4) 3ClArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)  

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Angelite and Pyromorphite Chemical Formula

While comparing Angelite 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 Angelite and Pyromorphite chemical formula.

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Angelite and Pyromorphite Specific Gravity

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

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