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Pyromorphite and Rutilated Quartz 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
2.65
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Brittle, Metallic
Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
1.6 Cleavage
Imperfect- [10 1 1]
Indiscernible
1.7 Mohs Hardness
3.5-4
7
1.8 Chemical Composition
Pb 5(PO 4) 3ClArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
Quartz: SiO2 Rutile: TiO2

Pyromorphite and Rutilated Quartz Chemical Formula

While comparing Pyromorphite and Rutilated Quartz 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 Rutilated Quartz chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Pyromorphite- Pb 5(PO 4) 3ClArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
  • Chemical formula of Rutilated Quartz- Quartz: SiO2 Rutile: TiO2

Pyromorphite and Rutilated Quartz Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Pyromorphite and Rutilated Quartz Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Pyromorphite and Rutilated Quartz Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Pyromorphite is 2.65 whereas that of Rutilated Quartz is 2.65.

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