Pyromorphite and Sulfur Physical Properties

Pyromorphite

Sulfur

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Brittle

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1.2 Solubility

Not Available

insoluble

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

(e.g. graphite).

1.6 Cleavage

Imperfect- [10 1 1]

{???} Imperfect, {???} Imperfect

1.7 Mohs Hardness

3.5-4Not Available

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

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

Not Available

Pyromorphite and Sulfur Chemical Formula

While comparing Pyromorphite and Sulfur 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 Sulfur chemical formula.

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

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Pyromorphite and Sulfur Specific Gravity

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