Papagoite and Piemontite Physical Properties
Tenacity
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Brittle
  
Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
3.25
  
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Fracture
Brittle, Metallic
  
Uneven, Splintery
  
Cleavage
Imperfect in one direction
  
[001] good, [100] distinct
  
Mohs Hardness
5-5.5
  
6-6.5
  
Chemical Composition
CaCuAlSi 2O 6(OH) 3Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
  
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Papagoite and Piemontite Chemical Formula
While comparing Papagoite and Piemontite 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 Papagoite and Piemontite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Papagoite- CaCuAlSi 2O 6(OH) 3Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
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Papagoite and Piemontite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Papagoite and Piemontite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Papagoite and Piemontite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Papagoite is Not Available whereas that of Piemontite is Not Available.