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Pyromorphite and Norbergite Physical Properties


Norbergite and Pyromorphite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle  
-  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
6.5-7.1  
3.177  

Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal  
Uneven, Conchoidal  

Cleavage
Imperfect- [10 1 1]  
{???} Distinct  

Mohs Hardness
3.5-4  
6-6.5  

Chemical Composition
Pb 5(PO 4) 3ClArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)  
Mg 3(SiO 4)(F,OH) 2Anthony et al , Handbook of Mineralogy (2001)  

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Pyromorphite and Norbergite Chemical Formula

While comparing Pyromorphite and Norbergite 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 Norbergite chemical formula.

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Pyromorphite and Norbergite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Pyromorphite and Norbergite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Pyromorphite and Norbergite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Pyromorphite is 3.177 whereas that of Norbergite is 3.177.

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