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Danburite and Pyromorphite Physical Properties


Pyromorphite and Danburite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle  
Brittle  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
2.97-3.03  
6.5-7.1  

Fracture
Uneven, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Conchoidal  
Uneven, Conchoidal  

Cleavage
{001} Poor  
Imperfect- [10 1 1]  

Mohs Hardness
7  
3.5-4  

Chemical Composition
CaB 2(SiO 4) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references  
Pb 5(PO 4) 3ClArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)  

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Danburite and Pyromorphite Chemical Formula

While comparing Danburite and Pyromorphite 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 Danburite and Pyromorphite chemical formula.

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Danburite and Pyromorphite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Danburite and Pyromorphite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Danburite and Pyromorphite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Danburite is 6.5-7.1 whereas that of Pyromorphite is 6.5-7.1.

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