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Baddeleyite and Pyromorphite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Not Available
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
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Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
5.5-6.06.5-7.1
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Conchoidal
Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Brittle, Metallic
1.6 Cleavage
{001} Distinct
Imperfect- [10 1 1]
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6.53.5-4
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
ZrO 2Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
Pb 5(PO 4) 3ClArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Baddeleyite and Pyromorphite Chemical Formula

While comparing Baddeleyite 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 Baddeleyite and Pyromorphite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Baddeleyite- ZrO 2Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
  • Chemical formula of Pyromorphite- Pb 5(PO 4) 3ClArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Baddeleyite and Pyromorphite Specific Gravity

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