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Pyromorphite and Hauyne Physical Properties


Hauyne and Pyromorphite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle  
Brittle  

Solubility
-  
Gelatinises in acids  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
6.5-7.1  
2.4-2.5  

Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal  
Uneven, Conchoidal  

Cleavage
Imperfect- [10 1 1]  
Distinct on {110}  

Mohs Hardness
3.5-4  
5-6  

Chemical Composition
Pb 5(PO 4) 3ClArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)  
(Na,Ca)4-8Al6Si6(O,S)24(SO4,Cl)1-2  

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Pyromorphite and Hauyne Chemical Formula

While comparing Pyromorphite and Hauyne 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 Hauyne chemical formula.

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Pyromorphite and Hauyne Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Pyromorphite and Hauyne Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Pyromorphite and Hauyne Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Pyromorphite is 2.4-2.5 whereas that of Hauyne is 2.4-2.5.

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