Crocoite and Pietersite Physical Properties

Crocoite

Pietersite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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1.2 Solubility

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1.3 Durability

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1.4 Specific Gravity

5.90-6.10Not Available

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), (e.g. graphite).

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1.6 Cleavage

{110} Distinct, {001} Indistinct, {100} Indistinct

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1.7 Mohs Hardness

2.5-35

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

PbCrO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

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Crocoite and Pietersite Chemical Formula

While comparing Crocoite and Pietersite 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 Crocoite and Pietersite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Crocoite- PbCrO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

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Crocoite and Pietersite Specific Gravity

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