Cerussite and Nacre Physical Properties

Cerussite

Nacre

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Not Available

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

Not Available

1.6 Cleavage

Good [110] and [021]

Not Available

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

Not Available

Cerussite and Nacre Chemical Formula

While comparing Cerussite and Nacre 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 Nacre chemical formula.

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

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Cerussite and Nacre Specific Gravity

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