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Esperite and Pezzottaite Physical Properties


Pezzottaite and Esperite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
4.28-4.42   
2.90-3.14   

Fracture
Conchoidal, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle, Metallic   
Conchoidal, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle   

Cleavage
Distinct on [010] and [100] poor on [101]   
Imperfect; basal   

Mohs Hardness
5-5.5   
7.5-8   

Chemical Composition
PbCa 3Zn 4(SiO 4) 4Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)   
(Be,Cs) 3Al 2Si 6O 18 · 0.5H 2OUlrich Henn and Claudio C.   

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Esperite and Pezzottaite Chemical Formula

While comparing Esperite and Pezzottaite 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 Esperite and Pezzottaite chemical formula.

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Esperite and Pezzottaite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Esperite and Pezzottaite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Esperite and Pezzottaite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Esperite is 2.90-3.14 whereas that of Pezzottaite is 2.90-3.14.

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