Pyromorphite and Scorodite Physical Properties

Pyromorphite

Scorodite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Brittle

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1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

6.5-7.1Not Available

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Brittle, Metallic

Sub-Conchoidal, Splintery

1.6 Cleavage

Imperfect- [10 1 1]

{201} Imperfect, {100} Poor, {001} Poor

1.7 Mohs Hardness

3.5-43.5-4

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

Pb 5(PO 4) 3ClArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Not Available

Pyromorphite and Scorodite Chemical Formula

While comparing Pyromorphite and Scorodite 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 Scorodite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Pyromorphite- Pb 5(PO 4) 3ClArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

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Pyromorphite and Scorodite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Pyromorphite and Scorodite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Pyromorphite and Scorodite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Pyromorphite is Not Available whereas that of Scorodite is Not Available.