Atacamite and Vesuvianite Physical Properties

Atacamite and Vesuvianite Chemical Formula

While comparing Atacamite and Vesuvianite 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 Atacamite and Vesuvianite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Atacamite- Cu2Cl(OH)3
• Chemical formula of Vesuvianite- Ca10(Mg,Fe)2Al4(SiO4)5(Si2O7)2(OH)4

Atacamite and Vesuvianite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Atacamite and Vesuvianite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Atacamite and Vesuvianite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Atacamite is 3.32-3.43 whereas that of Vesuvianite is 3.32-3.43.