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Obsidian and Pyromorphite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Not Available
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
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Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
2.35-2.60
6.5-7.1
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Conchoidal
Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Brittle, Metallic
1.6 Cleavage
Not Available
Imperfect- [10 1 1]
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5-5.5
3.5-4
1.8 Chemical Composition
Not Available
Pb 5(PO 4) 3ClArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Obsidian and Pyromorphite Chemical Formula

While comparing Obsidian 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 Obsidian and Pyromorphite chemical formula.

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  • Chemical formula of Pyromorphite- Pb 5(PO 4) 3ClArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Obsidian and Pyromorphite Specific Gravity

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