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Pyromorphite and Ammolite 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
2.75-2.80
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Brittle, Metallic
Uneven, Granular
1.6 Cleavage
Imperfect- [10 1 1]
no true cleavage
1.7 Mohs Hardness
3.5-4
4
1.8 Chemical Composition
Pb 5(PO 4) 3ClArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
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Pyromorphite and Ammolite Chemical Formula

While comparing Pyromorphite and Ammolite 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 Ammolite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Pyromorphite- Pb 5(PO 4) 3ClArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
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Pyromorphite and Ammolite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Pyromorphite and Ammolite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Pyromorphite and Ammolite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Pyromorphite is 2.75-2.80 whereas that of Ammolite is 2.75-2.80.

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