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Pyromorphite and Nuummite 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
3.18-3.37
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Brittle, Metallic
Conchoidal
1.6 Cleavage
Imperfect- [10 1 1]
Perfect on 210
1.7 Mohs Hardness
3.5-4
5.5-6
1.8 Chemical Composition
Pb 5(PO 4) 3ClArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
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Pyromorphite and Nuummite Chemical Formula

While comparing Pyromorphite and Nuummite 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 Nuummite chemical formula.

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

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Pyromorphite and Nuummite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Pyromorphite and Nuummite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Pyromorphite is 3.18-3.37 whereas that of Nuummite is 3.18-3.37.