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Pyromorphite and Iolite Physical Properties

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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Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
6.5-7.1
2.6-2.7
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Brittle, Metallic
Not Available
1.6 Cleavage
Imperfect- [10 1 1]
3,1
1.7 Mohs Hardness
3.5-4
7-7.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
Pb 5(PO 4) 3ClArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
Mg2Al4Si5O18

Pyromorphite and Iolite Chemical Formula

While comparing Pyromorphite and Iolite 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 Iolite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Pyromorphite- Pb 5(PO 4) 3ClArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
  • Chemical formula of Iolite- Mg2Al4Si5O18

Pyromorphite and Iolite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Pyromorphite and Iolite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Pyromorphite and Iolite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Pyromorphite is 2.6-2.7 whereas that of Iolite is 2.6-2.7.

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