Pyromorphite and Tremolite Physical Properties
Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
6.5-7.1
2.95-3.07
Fracture
Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Brittle, Metallic
UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Conchoidal, Brittle
Cleavage
Imperfect- [10 1 1]
Perfect on {110} at 56° and 124°; partings on {010} and {100}
Chemical Composition
Pb 5(PO 4) 3ClArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
Ca 2Mg 5Si 8O 22(OH) 2Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.
Pyromorphite and Tremolite Chemical Formula
While comparing Pyromorphite and Tremolite 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 Tremolite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Pyromorphite- Pb 5(PO 4) 3ClArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
- Chemical formula of Tremolite- Ca 2Mg 5Si 8O 22(OH) 2Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.
Pyromorphite and Tremolite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Pyromorphite and Tremolite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Pyromorphite and Tremolite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Pyromorphite is 2.95-3.07 whereas that of Tremolite is 2.95-3.07.