Citrine and Mottramite Physical Properties

Citrine and Mottramite Chemical Formula

While comparing Citrine and Mottramite 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 Citrine and Mottramite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Citrine- SiO₂
• Chemical formula of Mottramite- PbCu(VO4)(OH)

Citrine and Mottramite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Citrine and Mottramite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Citrine and Mottramite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Citrine is 5.9 whereas that of Mottramite is 5.9.