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Hackmanite and Cerussite Physical Properties


Cerussite and Hackmanite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
-  

Solubility
-  
insoluble  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
2.27-2.33  
6.46-6.57  

Fracture
-  
Uneven, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Conchoidal  

Cleavage
Perfect  
Good [110] and [021]  

Mohs Hardness
5.5-6  
3-3.5  

Chemical Composition
Na 8Al 6Si 6O 24Cl 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)  
PbCO 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references  

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Hackmanite and Cerussite Chemical Formula

While comparing Hackmanite 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 Hackmanite and Cerussite chemical formula.

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Hackmanite and Cerussite Specific Gravity

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

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