Nosean and Phosgenite Physical Properties
Tenacity
Not Available
Sectile
Solubility
Not Available
Soluble
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
2.30-2.40
6.13
Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Conchoidal, Brittle
Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), (e.g. graphite).
Cleavage
{110} Perfect
Distinct on {001} and {110}, indistinct on {100}
Mohs Hardness
Not Available
2-3
Chemical Composition
Na 8Al 6Si 6O 24(SO 4) · H 2OAnthony et al , Handbook of Mineralogy (2001)
Pb 2(CO 3)Cl 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Nosean and Phosgenite Chemical Formula
While comparing Nosean and Phosgenite 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 Nosean and Phosgenite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Nosean- Na 8Al 6Si 6O 24(SO 4) · H 2OAnthony et al , Handbook of Mineralogy (2001)
- Chemical formula of Phosgenite- Pb 2(CO 3)Cl 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Nosean and Phosgenite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Nosean and Phosgenite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Nosean and Phosgenite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Nosean is 6.13 whereas that of Phosgenite is 6.13.