Mimetite and Plumbogummite Physical Properties

Mimetite and Plumbogummite Chemical Formula

While comparing Mimetite and Plumbogummite 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 Mimetite and Plumbogummite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Mimetite- Pb 5(AsO 4) 3ClMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
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Mimetite and Plumbogummite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Mimetite and Plumbogummite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Mimetite and Plumbogummite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Mimetite is 4.014 whereas that of Plumbogummite is 4.014.