Marialite and Pyromorphite Physical Properties
Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
2.50
6.5-7.1
Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle, Conchoidal
Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Brittle, Metallic
Cleavage
Distinct on {100} and {110}
Imperfect- [10 1 1]
Mohs Hardness
5.5-6
3.5-4
Chemical Composition
3NaAlSi 3O 8 · NaClAnthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
Pb 5(PO 4) 3ClArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
Marialite and Pyromorphite Chemical Formula
While comparing Marialite 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 Marialite and Pyromorphite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Marialite- 3NaAlSi 3O 8 · NaClAnthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
- Chemical formula of Pyromorphite- Pb 5(PO 4) 3ClArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
Marialite and Pyromorphite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Marialite and Pyromorphite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Marialite and Pyromorphite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Marialite is 6.5-7.1 whereas that of Pyromorphite is 6.5-7.1.