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Natrolite and Pyromorphite Physical Properties


Pyromorphite and Natrolite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle  
Brittle  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
2.20-2.26  
6.5-7.1  

Fracture
Uneven  
Uneven, Conchoidal  

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

Mohs Hardness
5-5.5  
3.5-4  

Chemical Composition
Na 2[Al 2Si 3O 10] · 2H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references  
Pb 5(PO 4) 3ClArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)  

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Natrolite and Pyromorphite Chemical Formula

While comparing Natrolite 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 Natrolite and Pyromorphite chemical formula.

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Natrolite and Pyromorphite Specific Gravity

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

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