Elaeolite and Pyromorphite Physical Properties

Elaeolite

Pyromorphite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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Brittle

1.2 Solubility

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1.3 Durability

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1.4 Specific Gravity

2.55-2.676.5-7.1

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

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Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Brittle, Metallic

1.6 Cleavage

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Imperfect- [10 1 1]

1.7 Mohs Hardness

5.5-63.5-4

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

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Pb 5(PO 4) 3ClArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Elaeolite and Pyromorphite Chemical Formula

While comparing Elaeolite 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 Elaeolite and Pyromorphite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Pyromorphite- Pb 5(PO 4) 3ClArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

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Elaeolite and Pyromorphite Specific Gravity

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