Selenite and Phosgenite Physical Properties

Selenite

Phosgenite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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Sectile

1.2 Solubility

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Soluble

1.3 Durability

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1.4 Specific Gravity

Not Available6.13

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

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Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), (e.g. graphite).

1.6 Cleavage

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Distinct on {001} and {110}, indistinct on {100}

1.7 Mohs Hardness

22-3

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

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Pb 2(CO 3)Cl 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Selenite and Phosgenite Chemical Formula

While comparing Selenite and Phosgenite 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 Selenite and Phosgenite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Phosgenite- Pb 2(CO 3)Cl 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

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Selenite and Phosgenite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Selenite and Phosgenite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Selenite and Phosgenite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Selenite is 6.13 whereas that of Phosgenite is 6.13.