Pyromorphite and Titanite Physical Properties
Tenacity
Brittle
  
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Solubility
Not Available
  
Not Available
  
Durability
Not Available
  
Not Available
  
Specific Gravity
6.5-7.1
  
3.48-3.60
  
Fracture
Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Brittle, Metallic
  
Sub-Conchoidal, Conchoidal, Brittle
  
Cleavage
Imperfect- [10 1 1]
  
Distinct on [110], parting on {221}
  
Mohs Hardness
3.5-4
  
5-5.5
  
Chemical Composition
Pb 5(PO 4) 3ClArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
  
Not Available
  
Pyromorphite and Titanite Chemical Formula
While comparing Pyromorphite and Titanite 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 Titanite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Pyromorphite- Pb 5(PO 4) 3ClArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
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Pyromorphite and Titanite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Pyromorphite and Titanite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Pyromorphite and Titanite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Pyromorphite is 3.48-3.60 whereas that of Titanite is 3.48-3.60.