Brucite and Mimetite Physical Properties

Brucite and Mimetite Chemical Formula

While comparing Brucite and Mimetite 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 Brucite and Mimetite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Brucite- Mg(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
• Chemical formula of Mimetite- Pb 5(AsO 4) 3ClMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Brucite and Mimetite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Brucite and Mimetite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Brucite and Mimetite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Brucite is 7.10 whereas that of Mimetite is 7.10.