Charlesite and Wulfenite Physical Properties

Charlesite and Wulfenite Chemical Formula

While comparing Charlesite and Wulfenite 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 Charlesite and Wulfenite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Charlesite- Ca6(Al,Si)2(SO4)2B(OH)4(OH,O)12•26(H2O)
• Chemical formula of Wulfenite- PbMoO 4Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001)

Charlesite and Wulfenite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Charlesite and Wulfenite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Charlesite and Wulfenite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Charlesite is 6.50-7.00 whereas that of Wulfenite is 6.50-7.00.