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Piemontite and Bayldonite Physical Properties


Bayldonite and Piemontite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle   
Not Available   

Solubility
Not Available   
Not Available   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
Not Available   
5.50   

Fracture
Uneven, Splintery   
Uneven   

Cleavage
[001] good, [100] distinct   
None   

Mohs Hardness
6-6.5   
4.5   

Chemical Composition
Not Available   
(Cu,Zn)3Pb(AsO3OH)2(OH)2   

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Piemontite and Bayldonite Chemical Formula

While comparing Piemontite and Bayldonite 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 Piemontite and Bayldonite chemical formula.

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Piemontite and Bayldonite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Piemontite and Bayldonite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Piemontite and Bayldonite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Piemontite is 5.50 whereas that of Bayldonite is 5.50.

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