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Hauyne and Pyromorphite Physical Properties


Pyromorphite and Hauyne Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle  
Brittle  

Solubility
Gelatinises in acids  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
2.4-2.5  
6.5-7.1  

Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal  
Uneven, Conchoidal  

Cleavage
Distinct on {110}  
Imperfect- [10 1 1]  

Mohs Hardness
5-6  
3.5-4  

Chemical Composition
(Na,Ca)4-8Al6Si6(O,S)24(SO4,Cl)1-2  
Pb 5(PO 4) 3ClArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)  

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Hauyne and Pyromorphite Chemical Formula

While comparing Hauyne 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 Hauyne and Pyromorphite chemical formula.

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Hauyne and Pyromorphite Specific Gravity

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

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