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Crocoite and Sylvite Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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Brittle
1.2 Solubility
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Soluble
1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
5.90-6.10
1.993
1.5 Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), (e.g. graphite).
Uneven, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
{110} Distinct, {001} Indistinct, {100} Indistinct
Perfect on [100], [010], [001]
1.7 Mohs Hardness
2.5-3
2.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
PbCrO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
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Crocoite and Sylvite Chemical Formula

While comparing Crocoite and Sylvite 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 Sylvite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Crocoite- PbCrO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
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Crocoite and Sylvite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Crocoite and Sylvite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Crocoite and Sylvite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Crocoite is 1.993 whereas that of Sylvite is 1.993.