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Pyromorphite
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Pyromorphite and Agate Opal Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
Not Available
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1.4 Specific Gravity
6.5-7.11.98-2.50
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Brittle, Metallic
Conchoidal, Conchoidal, Gemstones of the world (2001)
1.6 Cleavage
Imperfect- [10 1 1]
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1.7 Mohs Hardness
3.5-45.5-6.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
Pb 5(PO 4) 3ClArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
SiO 2 · nH 2OWalter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001)

Pyromorphite and Agate Opal Chemical Formula

While comparing Pyromorphite and Agate Opal 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 Agate Opal chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Pyromorphite- Pb 5(PO 4) 3ClArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
  • Chemical formula of Agate Opal- SiO 2 · nH 2OWalter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001)

Pyromorphite and Agate Opal Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Pyromorphite and Agate Opal Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Pyromorphite and Agate Opal Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Pyromorphite is 1.98-2.50 whereas that of Agate Opal is 1.98-2.50.