Cerussite and Clinothulite Physical Properties

Cerussite

Clinothulite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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1.2 Solubility

insoluble

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1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

6.46-6.57Not Available

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references, Brittle, Conchoidal

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1.6 Cleavage

Good [110] and [021]

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1.7 Mohs Hardness

3-3.5Not Available

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

PbCO 3Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

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Cerussite and Clinothulite Chemical Formula

While comparing Cerussite and Clinothulite 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 Cerussite and Clinothulite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Cerussite- PbCO 3Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

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Cerussite and Clinothulite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Cerussite and Clinothulite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Cerussite and Clinothulite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Cerussite is Not Available whereas that of Clinothulite is Not Available.