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Pyromorphite and Zinnwaldite Physical Properties


Zinnwaldite and Pyromorphite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle   
Elastic   

Solubility
Not Available   
Not Available   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
6.5-7.1   
2.9-3.1   

Fracture
Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Brittle, Metallic   
Uneven   

Cleavage
Imperfect- [10 1 1]   
Perfect basal {001}   

Mohs Hardness
3.5-4   
3.5-4.0   

Chemical Composition
Pb 5(PO 4) 3ClArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)   
Not Available   

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Pyromorphite and Zinnwaldite Chemical Formula

While comparing Pyromorphite and Zinnwaldite 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 Zinnwaldite chemical formula.

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Pyromorphite and Zinnwaldite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Pyromorphite and Zinnwaldite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Pyromorphite and Zinnwaldite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Pyromorphite is 2.9-3.1 whereas that of Zinnwaldite is 2.9-3.1.

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