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Spinel and Pyromorphite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Not Available
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
none
Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
3.64-3.66
6.5-7.1
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Brittle, Metallic
1.6 Cleavage
None, but may exhibit slight parting
Imperfect- [10 1 1]
1.7 Mohs Hardness
8
3.5-4
1.8 Chemical Composition
MgAl2O4
Pb 5(PO 4) 3ClArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Spinel and Pyromorphite Chemical Formula

While comparing Spinel and Pyromorphite 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 Spinel and Pyromorphite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Spinel- MgAl2O4
  • Chemical formula of Pyromorphite- Pb 5(PO 4) 3ClArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Spinel and Pyromorphite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Spinel and Pyromorphite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Spinel and Pyromorphite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Spinel is 6.5-7.1 whereas that of Pyromorphite is 6.5-7.1.