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Cerussite and Scorzalite Physical Properties


Scorzalite 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   
3.31   

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

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

Mohs Hardness
3-3.5   
5.5-6   

Chemical Composition
PbCO 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references   
(Fe2+ ,Mg)Al 2(PO 4) 2(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)   

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Cerussite and Scorzalite Chemical Formula

While comparing Cerussite and Scorzalite 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 Scorzalite chemical formula.

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Cerussite and Scorzalite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Cerussite and Scorzalite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Cerussite and Scorzalite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Cerussite is 3.31 whereas that of Scorzalite is 3.31.

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