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Pyromorphite and Papagoite 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
3.25
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Brittle, Metallic
Brittle, Metallic
1.6 Cleavage
Imperfect- [10 1 1]
Imperfect in one direction
1.7 Mohs Hardness
3.5-4
5-5.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
Pb 5(PO 4) 3ClArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
CaCuAlSi 2O 6(OH) 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Pyromorphite and Papagoite Chemical Formula

While comparing Pyromorphite and Papagoite 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 Papagoite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Pyromorphite- Pb 5(PO 4) 3ClArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
  • Chemical formula of Papagoite- CaCuAlSi 2O 6(OH) 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Pyromorphite and Papagoite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Pyromorphite and Papagoite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Pyromorphite and Papagoite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Pyromorphite is 3.25 whereas that of Papagoite is 3.25.