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Pyromorphite and Lawsonite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
6.5-7.1
3.09
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Brittle, Metallic
White, Yellow, Pale blue, Brittle, Uneven
1.6 Cleavage
Imperfect- [10 1 1]
Perfect on {100} and {010}, imperfect on {101}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
3.5-4
8
1.8 Chemical Composition
Pb 5(PO 4) 3ClArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
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Pyromorphite and Lawsonite Chemical Formula

While comparing Pyromorphite and Lawsonite 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 Lawsonite chemical formula.

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

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Pyromorphite and Lawsonite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Pyromorphite and Lawsonite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Pyromorphite is 3.09 whereas that of Lawsonite is 3.09.