Phosgenite and Fluorite Physical Properties
Solubility
Soluble
slightly water soluble and in hot hydrochloric acid
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
6.13
3.00-3.25
Fracture
Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), (e.g. graphite).
Subconchoidal, Uneven, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references
Cleavage
Distinct on {001} and {110}, indistinct on {100}
Octahedral, perfect on {111}, parting on {011}
Chemical Composition
Pb 2(CO 3)Cl 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
CaF2
Phosgenite and Fluorite Chemical Formula
While comparing Phosgenite and Fluorite 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 Fluorite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Phosgenite- Pb 2(CO 3)Cl 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
- Chemical formula of Fluorite- CaF2
Phosgenite and Fluorite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Phosgenite and Fluorite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Phosgenite and Fluorite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Phosgenite is 3.00-3.25 whereas that of Fluorite is 3.00-3.25.