Mottramite and Phenakite Physical Properties

Mottramite and Phenakite Chemical Formula

While comparing Mottramite and Phenakite 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 Mottramite and Phenakite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Mottramite- PbCu(VO4)(OH)
• Chemical formula of Phenakite- Be 2SiO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Mottramite and Phenakite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Mottramite and Phenakite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Mottramite and Phenakite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Mottramite is 2.90-2.98 whereas that of Phenakite is 2.90-2.98.