Cacoxenite and Pyromorphite Physical Properties

Cacoxenite and Pyromorphite Chemical Formula

While comparing Cacoxenite 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 Cacoxenite and Pyromorphite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Cacoxenite- (Fe+++,Al)25(PO4)17O6(OH)12•75(H2O)
• Chemical formula of Pyromorphite- Pb 5(PO 4) 3ClArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Cacoxenite and Pyromorphite Specific Gravity

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