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Pyromorphite
Pyromorphite

Vishnevite
Vishnevite



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Pyromorphite and Vishnevite Physical Properties

Physical Properties

Tenacity

Brittle
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Solubility

-
-

Durability

-
-

Specific Gravity

6.5-7.1-9999
1 7.18
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Fracture

Uneven, Conchoidal
Uneven

Cleavage

Imperfect- [10 1 1]
Perfect

Mohs Hardness

3.5-45-6
2 10
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Chemical Composition

Pb 5(PO 4) 3ClArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
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Pyromorphite and Vishnevite Chemical Formula

While comparing Pyromorphite and Vishnevite 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 Vishnevite chemical formula.

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

Pyromorphite and Vishnevite Specific Gravity

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