Pyromorphite and Adamite Physical Properties
Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
6.5-7.1
4.32-4.48
Fracture
Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Brittle, Metallic
Uneven, Subconchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Uneven, Subconchoidal, Brittle, Metallic, Brittle, Metallic
Cleavage
Imperfect- [10 1 1]
{101}, good; {010}, poor
Chemical Composition
Pb 5(PO 4) 3ClArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
Zn 2(AsO 4)(OH)Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006)
Pyromorphite and Adamite Chemical Formula
While comparing Pyromorphite and Adamite 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 Pyromorphite and Adamite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Pyromorphite- Pb 5(PO 4) 3ClArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
- Chemical formula of Adamite- Zn 2(AsO 4)(OH)Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006)
Pyromorphite and Adamite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Pyromorphite and Adamite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Pyromorphite and Adamite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Pyromorphite is 4.32-4.48 whereas that of Adamite is 4.32-4.48.