Mottramite and Sylvite Physical Properties

Mottramite and Sylvite Chemical Formula

While comparing Mottramite and Sylvite 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 Sylvite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Mottramite- PbCu(VO4)(OH)
• Chemical formula of Sylvite- KCl

Mottramite and Sylvite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Mottramite and Sylvite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Mottramite and Sylvite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Mottramite is 1.993 whereas that of Sylvite is 1.993.