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Pyromorphite

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Pyromorphite and Kyanite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
6.5-7.13.53-3.65
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Brittle, Metallic
Splintery, Brittle, Metallic
1.6 Cleavage
Imperfect- [10 1 1]
[100] perfect [010] imperfect with 79° angle between
1.7 Mohs Hardness
3.5-44-7
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
Pb 5(PO 4) 3ClArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
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Pyromorphite and Kyanite Chemical Formula

While comparing Pyromorphite and Kyanite 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 Kyanite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Pyromorphite- Pb 5(PO 4) 3ClArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
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Pyromorphite and Kyanite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Pyromorphite and Kyanite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Pyromorphite and Kyanite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Pyromorphite is 3.53-3.65 whereas that of Kyanite is 3.53-3.65.