Pyromorphite and Cymophane Physical Properties

Pyromorphite and Cymophane Chemical Formula

While comparing Pyromorphite and Cymophane 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 Cymophane chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Pyromorphite- Pb 5(PO 4) 3ClArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
• Chemical formula of Cymophane- BeAl 2O 4Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Pyromorphite and Cymophane Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Pyromorphite and Cymophane Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Pyromorphite and Cymophane Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Pyromorphite is 3.69-3.81 whereas that of Cymophane is 3.69-3.81.