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Baddeleyite and Pyromorphite Physical Properties


Pyromorphite and Baddeleyite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Not Available   
Brittle   

Solubility
Not Available   
Not Available   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
5.5-6.0   
6.5-7.1   

Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Conchoidal   
Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Brittle, Metallic   

Cleavage
{001} Distinct   
Imperfect- [10 1 1]   

Mohs Hardness
6.5   
3.5-4   

Chemical Composition
ZrO 2Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)   
Pb 5(PO 4) 3ClArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)   

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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.

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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.

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