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Phosgenite and Kyanite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Sectile
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
Soluble
Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
6.13
3.53-3.65
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), (e.g. graphite).
Splintery, Brittle, Metallic
1.6 Cleavage
Distinct on {001} and {110}, indistinct on {100}
[100] perfect [010] imperfect with 79° angle between
1.7 Mohs Hardness
2-3
4-7
1.8 Chemical Composition
Pb 2(CO 3)Cl 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
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Phosgenite and Kyanite Chemical Formula

While comparing Phosgenite and Kyanite 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 Kyanite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Phosgenite- Pb 2(CO 3)Cl 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
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Phosgenite and Kyanite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Phosgenite and Kyanite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Phosgenite and Kyanite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Phosgenite is 3.53-3.65 whereas that of Kyanite is 3.53-3.65.