Pyromorphite and Zincite Physical Properties
Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
6.5-7.1
5.50-5.90
Fracture
Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Brittle, Metallic
Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle
Cleavage
Imperfect- [10 1 1]
On {10 1 0}, perfect; parting on {000 1 }
Chemical Composition
Pb 5(PO 4) 3ClArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
(Zn,Mn2+ )OMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Pyromorphite and Zincite Chemical Formula
While comparing Pyromorphite and Zincite 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 Zincite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Pyromorphite- Pb 5(PO 4) 3ClArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
- Chemical formula of Zincite- (Zn,Mn2+ )OMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Pyromorphite and Zincite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Pyromorphite and Zincite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Pyromorphite and Zincite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Pyromorphite is 5.50-5.90 whereas that of Zincite is 5.50-5.90.