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Pyromorphite and Amblygonite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
6.5-7.1
2.98-3.10
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Brittle, Metallic
Sub-Conchoidal, Irregular/uneven, Sub-Conchoidal, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
1.6 Cleavage
Imperfect- [10 1 1]
[100] Perfect, [110] Good, [011] Distinct
1.7 Mohs Hardness
3.5-4
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1.8 Chemical Composition
Pb 5(PO 4) 3ClArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
(Li,Na)Al(PO 4)(F,OH)Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006) More from other references

Pyromorphite and Amblygonite Chemical Formula

While comparing Pyromorphite and Amblygonite 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 Amblygonite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Pyromorphite- Pb 5(PO 4) 3ClArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
  • Chemical formula of Amblygonite- (Li,Na)Al(PO 4)(F,OH)Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006) More from other references

Pyromorphite and Amblygonite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Pyromorphite and Amblygonite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Pyromorphite and Amblygonite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Pyromorphite is 2.98-3.10 whereas that of Amblygonite is 2.98-3.10.