Mohawkite and Pumpellyite Physical Properties

Mohawkite and Pumpellyite Chemical Formula

While comparing Mohawkite and Pumpellyite 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 Mohawkite and Pumpellyite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Mohawkite- Cu3As
• Chemical formula of Pumpellyite- Ca 2(Mg,Fe,Mn,Al) 2(SiO 4)(Si 2O 7)(OH) 2 · H 2OUlrich Henn and Claudio C.

Mohawkite and Pumpellyite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Mohawkite and Pumpellyite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Mohawkite and Pumpellyite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Mohawkite is 3.20-3.30 whereas that of Pumpellyite is 3.20-3.30.