Mottramite and Wulfenite Physical Properties

Mottramite and Wulfenite Chemical Formula

While comparing Mottramite and Wulfenite 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 Wulfenite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Mottramite- PbCu(VO4)(OH)
• Chemical formula of Wulfenite- PbMoO 4Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001)

Mottramite and Wulfenite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Mottramite and Wulfenite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Mottramite and Wulfenite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Mottramite is 6.50-7.00 whereas that of Wulfenite is 6.50-7.00.