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Pyromorphite and Xonotlite Physical Properties


Xonotlite and Pyromorphite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle  
-  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
6.5-7.1  
2.71-2.72  

Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal  
Fibrous  

Cleavage
Imperfect- [10 1 1]  
{???} Good  

Mohs Hardness
3.5-4  
6-6.5  

Chemical Composition
Pb 5(PO 4) 3ClArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)  
Ca 6Si 6O 17(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)  

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Pyromorphite and Xonotlite Chemical Formula

While comparing Pyromorphite and Xonotlite 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 Xonotlite chemical formula.

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Pyromorphite and Xonotlite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Pyromorphite and Xonotlite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Pyromorphite and Xonotlite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Pyromorphite is 2.71-2.72 whereas that of Xonotlite is 2.71-2.72.

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