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Pyromorphite and Phlogopite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
Tough
1.2 Solubility
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Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
6.5-7.1
2.78-2.85
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Brittle, Metallic
None, Uneven
1.6 Cleavage
Imperfect- [10 1 1]
Perfect basal (001)
1.7 Mohs Hardness
3.5-4
2-2.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
Pb 5(PO 4) 3ClArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
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Pyromorphite and Phlogopite Chemical Formula

While comparing Pyromorphite and Phlogopite 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 Phlogopite chemical formula.

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

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Pyromorphite and Phlogopite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Pyromorphite and Phlogopite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Pyromorphite is 2.78-2.85 whereas that of Phlogopite is 2.78-2.85.