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Pyromorphite and Blue quartz Physical Properties

Physical Properties

Tenacity

Brittle
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Solubility

-
-

Durability

-
-

Specific Gravity

6.5-7.1-9999
1 7.18
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Fracture

Uneven, Conchoidal
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Cleavage

Imperfect- [10 1 1]
None

Mohs Hardness

3.5-4-9999
2 10
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Chemical Composition

Pb 5(PO 4) 3ClArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
SiO2 with dumortierite

Pyromorphite and Blue quartz Chemical Formula

While comparing Pyromorphite and Blue quartz 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 Blue quartz chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Pyromorphite- Pb 5(PO 4) 3ClArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
  • Chemical formula of Blue quartz- SiO2 with dumortierite

Pyromorphite and Blue quartz Specific Gravity

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