Elaeolite and Cerussite Physical Properties

Elaeolite

Cerussite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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1.2 Solubility

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insoluble

1.3 Durability

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1.4 Specific Gravity

2.55-2.676.46-6.57

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

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

1.6 Cleavage

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Good [110] and [021]

1.7 Mohs Hardness

5.5-63-3.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

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PbCO 3Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Elaeolite and Cerussite Chemical Formula

While comparing Elaeolite and Cerussite 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 Elaeolite and Cerussite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Cerussite- PbCO 3Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

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Elaeolite and Cerussite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Elaeolite and Cerussite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Elaeolite and Cerussite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Elaeolite is 6.46-6.57 whereas that of Cerussite is 6.46-6.57.