Pyromorphite and Andalusite Physical Properties

Pyromorphite

Andalusite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Brittle

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1.2 Solubility

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1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

6.5-7.13.05-3.21

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Brittle, Metallic

Uneven, Subconchoidal, Uneven, Subconchoidal, Splintery, UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)

1.6 Cleavage

Imperfect- [10 1 1]

Good on {110}, poor on {100}

1.7 Mohs Hardness

3.5-47.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

Pb 5(PO 4) 3ClArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Al 2SiO 5Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006) More from other references

Pyromorphite and Andalusite Chemical Formula

While comparing Pyromorphite and Andalusite 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 Andalusite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Pyromorphite- Pb 5(PO 4) 3ClArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
Chemical formula of Andalusite- Al 2SiO 5Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006) More from other references

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Pyromorphite and Andalusite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Pyromorphite and Andalusite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Pyromorphite and Andalusite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Pyromorphite is 3.05-3.21 whereas that of Andalusite is 3.05-3.21.