Phosgenite and Elbaite Physical Properties
Tenacity
Sectile
Not Available
Solubility
Soluble
Not Available
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
6.13
2.90-3.10
Fracture
Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), (e.g. graphite).
Uneven, Conchoidal, Brittle, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Conchoidal, Brittle
Cleavage
Distinct on {001} and {110}, indistinct on {100}
Poor/indistinct on {1120} and {1011}
Chemical Composition
Pb 2(CO 3)Cl 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Na(Li 1.5Al 1.5)Al 6(Si 6O 18)(BO 3) 3(OH) 3(OH)Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012) More from other references
Phosgenite and Elbaite Chemical Formula
While comparing Phosgenite and Elbaite 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 Elbaite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Phosgenite- Pb 2(CO 3)Cl 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
- Chemical formula of Elbaite- Na(Li 1.5Al 1.5)Al 6(Si 6O 18)(BO 3) 3(OH) 3(OH)Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012) More from other references
Phosgenite and Elbaite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Phosgenite and Elbaite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Phosgenite and Elbaite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Phosgenite is 2.90-3.10 whereas that of Elbaite is 2.90-3.10.