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Beudantite

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Beudantite and Pyromorphite Physical Properties

Physical Properties

Tenacity

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Brittle

Solubility

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-

Durability

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-

Specific Gravity

4.486.5-7.1
1 7.18
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Fracture

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Uneven, Conchoidal

Cleavage

distinct; good on {0001}
Imperfect- [10 1 1]

Mohs Hardness

3.5-4.53.5-4
2 10
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Chemical Composition

PbFe+++3(AsO4)(SO4)(OH)6
Pb 5(PO 4) 3ClArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Beudantite and Pyromorphite Chemical Formula

While comparing Beudantite 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 Beudantite and Pyromorphite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Beudantite- PbFe+++3(AsO4)(SO4)(OH)6
  • Chemical formula of Pyromorphite- Pb 5(PO 4) 3ClArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Beudantite and Pyromorphite Specific Gravity

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