Pyromorphite and Anorthite Physical Properties

Pyromorphite and Anorthite Chemical Formula

While comparing Pyromorphite and Anorthite 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 Pyromorphite and Anorthite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Pyromorphite- Pb 5(PO 4) 3ClArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
• Chemical formula of Anorthite- CaAl 2Si 2O 8Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Pyromorphite and Anorthite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Pyromorphite and Anorthite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Pyromorphite and Anorthite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Pyromorphite is 2.77 whereas that of Anorthite is 2.77.