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Pyromorphite
Pyromorphite

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Pyromorphite and Diopside Physical Properties

Physical Properties

Tenacity

Brittle
Brittle

Solubility

-
-

Durability

-
-

Specific Gravity

6.5-7.13.22-3.40
1 7.18
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Fracture

Uneven, Conchoidal
Conchoidal

Cleavage

Imperfect- [10 1 1]
Distinct/good on {110}

Mohs Hardness

3.5-45-6
2 10
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Chemical Composition

Pb 5(PO 4) 3ClArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
CaMgSi2O6

Pyromorphite and Diopside Chemical Formula

While comparing Pyromorphite and Diopside 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 Diopside chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Pyromorphite- Pb 5(PO 4) 3ClArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
  • Chemical formula of Diopside- CaMgSi2O6

Pyromorphite and Diopside Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Pyromorphite and Diopside Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Pyromorphite and Diopside Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Pyromorphite is 3.22-3.40 whereas that of Diopside is 3.22-3.40.