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Phosgenite and Sylvite Physical Properties

Physical Properties

Tenacity

Sectile
Brittle

Solubility

Soluble
Soluble

Durability

-
-

Specific Gravity

6.131.993
1 7.18
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Fracture

Conchoidal
Uneven

Cleavage

Distinct on {001} and {110}, indistinct on {100}
Perfect on [100], [010], [001]

Mohs Hardness

2-32.5
2 10
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Chemical Composition

Pb 2(CO 3)Cl 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
KCl

Phosgenite and Sylvite Chemical Formula

While comparing Phosgenite and Sylvite 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 Sylvite 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 Sylvite- KCl

Phosgenite and Sylvite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Phosgenite and Sylvite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Phosgenite and Sylvite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Phosgenite is 1.993 whereas that of Sylvite is 1.993.