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Pyromorphite
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Pyromorphite and Prase Opal Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
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1.2 Solubility
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Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
6.5-7.11.98-2.25
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Brittle, Metallic
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
1.6 Cleavage
Imperfect- [10 1 1]
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1.7 Mohs Hardness
3.5-45-6.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
Pb 5(PO 4) 3ClArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
SiO 2 + H 2OUlrich Henn and Claudio C.

Pyromorphite and Prase Opal Chemical Formula

While comparing Pyromorphite and Prase Opal 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 Prase Opal chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Pyromorphite- Pb 5(PO 4) 3ClArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
  • Chemical formula of Prase Opal- SiO 2 + H 2OUlrich Henn and Claudio C.

Pyromorphite and Prase Opal Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Pyromorphite and Prase Opal Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Pyromorphite and Prase Opal Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Pyromorphite is 1.98-2.25 whereas that of Prase Opal is 1.98-2.25.