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Cerussite and Pyrophyllite Physical Properties


Pyrophyllite and Cerussite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Not Available   
Not Available   

Solubility
insoluble   
Not Available   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
6.46-6.57   
2.65-2.90   

Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references, Brittle, Conchoidal   
Gemstones (2009), Flexible Flexible fragments.   

Cleavage
Good [110] and [021]   
{001} Perfect   

Mohs Hardness
3-3.5   
Not Available   

Chemical Composition
PbCO 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references   
Al 2Si 4O 10(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references   

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Cerussite and Pyrophyllite Chemical Formula

While comparing Cerussite and Pyrophyllite 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 Pyrophyllite chemical formula.

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Cerussite and Pyrophyllite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Cerussite and Pyrophyllite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Cerussite and Pyrophyllite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Cerussite is 2.65-2.90 whereas that of Pyrophyllite is 2.65-2.90.

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