Pyromorphite and Atacamite Physical Properties

Pyromorphite and Atacamite Chemical Formula

While comparing Pyromorphite and Atacamite 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 Atacamite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Pyromorphite- Pb 5(PO 4) 3ClArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
• Chemical formula of Atacamite- Cu2Cl(OH)3

Pyromorphite and Atacamite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Pyromorphite and Atacamite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Pyromorphite and Atacamite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Pyromorphite is 3.745-3.776 whereas that of Atacamite is 3.745-3.776.