Pyromorphite and Ekanite Physical Properties

Pyromorphite

Ekanite

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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

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1.4 Specific Gravity

6.5-7.13.28-3.32

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Brittle, Metallic

Gemstones (2009), UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Uneven

1.6 Cleavage

Imperfect- [10 1 1]

{101} Distinct

1.7 Mohs Hardness

3.5-46-6.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

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

ThCa 2Si 8O 20Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references

Pyromorphite and Ekanite Chemical Formula

While comparing Pyromorphite and Ekanite 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 Ekanite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Pyromorphite- Pb 5(PO 4) 3ClArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
Chemical formula of Ekanite- ThCa 2Si 8O 20Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references

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Pyromorphite and Ekanite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Pyromorphite and Ekanite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Pyromorphite and Ekanite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Pyromorphite is 3.28-3.32 whereas that of Ekanite is 3.28-3.32.