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Phosgenite and Blue John Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Sectile
Not Available
1.2 Solubility
Soluble
Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
6.133.00-3.25
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), (e.g. graphite).
Not Available
1.6 Cleavage
Distinct on {001} and {110}, indistinct on {100}
Not Available
1.7 Mohs Hardness
2-3Not Available
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
Pb 2(CO 3)Cl 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
CaF 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Phosgenite and Blue John Chemical Formula

While comparing Phosgenite and Blue John 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 Phosgenite and Blue John chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Phosgenite- Pb 2(CO 3)Cl 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
  • Chemical formula of Blue John- CaF 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Phosgenite and Blue John Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Phosgenite and Blue John Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Phosgenite and Blue John Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Phosgenite is 3.00-3.25 whereas that of Blue John is 3.00-3.25.