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Cerussite

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Cerussite and Trinitite Physical Properties

Physical Properties

Tenacity

-
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Solubility

insoluble
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Durability

-
-

Specific Gravity

6.46-6.57-9999
1 7.18
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Fracture

Uneven, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Conchoidal
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Cleavage

Good [110] and [021]
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Mohs Hardness

3-3.5-9999
2 10
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Chemical Composition

PbCO 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
SiO2, Al2O3, CaO, MgO, FeO

Cerussite and Trinitite Chemical Formula

While comparing Cerussite and Trinitite 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 Trinitite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Cerussite- PbCO 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
  • Chemical formula of Trinitite- SiO2, Al2O3, CaO, MgO, FeO

Cerussite and Trinitite Specific Gravity

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