Phosgenite and Sylvite Physical Properties
Tenacity
Sectile
  
Brittle
  
Solubility
Soluble
  
Soluble
  
Durability
Not Available
  
Not Available
  
Specific Gravity
6.13
  
1.993
  
Fracture
Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), (e.g. graphite).
  
Uneven, Brittle
  
Cleavage
Distinct on {001} and {110}, indistinct on {100}
  
Perfect on [100], [010], [001]
  
Mohs Hardness
2-3
  
2.5
  
Chemical Composition
Pb 2(CO 3)Cl 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
  
Not Available
  
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 OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
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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.