Orbicular jasper and Pyromorphite Physical Properties

Orbicular jasper and Pyromorphite Chemical Formula

While comparing Orbicular jasper and Pyromorphite 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 Orbicular jasper and Pyromorphite chemical formula.

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• Chemical formula of Pyromorphite- Pb 5(PO 4) 3ClArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Orbicular jasper and Pyromorphite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Orbicular jasper and Pyromorphite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Orbicular jasper and Pyromorphite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Orbicular jasper is 6.5-7.1 whereas that of Pyromorphite is 6.5-7.1.