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Phosphophyllite and Pyromorphite Physical Properties


Pyromorphite and Phosphophyllite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Not Available   
Brittle   

Solubility
Not Available   
Not Available   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
3.07-3.13   
6.5-7.1   

Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Uneven   
Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Brittle, Metallic   

Cleavage
{100} Perfect, {010} Distinct, {102} Distinct   
Imperfect- [10 1 1]   

Mohs Hardness
3-3.5   
3.5-4   

Chemical Composition
Zn 2(Fe2+ ,Mn2+ )(PO 4) 2 · 4H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references   
Pb 5(PO 4) 3ClArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)   

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Phosphophyllite and Pyromorphite Chemical Formula

While comparing Phosphophyllite and Pyromorphite 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 Phosphophyllite and Pyromorphite chemical formula.

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Phosphophyllite and Pyromorphite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Phosphophyllite and Pyromorphite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Phosphophyllite and Pyromorphite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Phosphophyllite is 6.5-7.1 whereas that of Pyromorphite is 6.5-7.1.

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