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Pyromorphite and Moss Agate 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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1.4 Specific Gravity
6.5-7.1
2.58-2.64
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Brittle, Metallic
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1.6 Cleavage
Imperfect- [10 1 1]
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1.7 Mohs Hardness
3.5-4
6.5-7
1.8 Chemical Composition
Pb 5(PO 4) 3ClArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
SiO 2Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001)

Pyromorphite and Moss Agate Chemical Formula

While comparing Pyromorphite and Moss Agate 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 Moss Agate chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Pyromorphite- Pb 5(PO 4) 3ClArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
  • Chemical formula of Moss Agate- SiO 2Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001)

Pyromorphite and Moss Agate Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Pyromorphite and Moss Agate Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Pyromorphite and Moss Agate Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Pyromorphite is 2.58-2.64 whereas that of Moss Agate is 2.58-2.64.