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Paraiba and Pyromorphite Physical Properties

Physical Properties

Tenacity

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Brittle

Solubility

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-

Durability

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-

Specific Gravity

3.04-3.136.5-7.1
1 7.18
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Fracture

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Uneven, Conchoidal

Cleavage

Indiscernible
Imperfect- [10 1 1]

Mohs Hardness

7-7.53.5-4
2 10
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Chemical Composition

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Pb 5(PO 4) 3ClArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Paraiba and Pyromorphite Chemical Formula

While comparing Paraiba 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 Paraiba and Pyromorphite chemical formula.

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

Paraiba and Pyromorphite Specific Gravity

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