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Phosgenite and Emerald Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Sectile
Not Available
1.2 Solubility
Soluble
Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Hard
1.4 Specific Gravity
6.13
2.67-2.78
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), (e.g. graphite).
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001)
1.6 Cleavage
Distinct on {001} and {110}, indistinct on {100}
Imperfect on the [0001]
1.7 Mohs Hardness
2-3
7.5-8
1.8 Chemical Composition
Pb 2(CO 3)Cl 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Be3Al2SiO6

Phosgenite and Emerald Chemical Formula

While comparing Phosgenite and Emerald 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 Emerald 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 Emerald- Be3Al2SiO6

Phosgenite and Emerald Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Phosgenite and Emerald Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Phosgenite and Emerald Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Phosgenite is 2.67-2.78 whereas that of Emerald is 2.67-2.78.