Pyromorphite and Mellite Physical Properties

Pyromorphite and Mellite Chemical Formula

While comparing Pyromorphite and Mellite 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 Mellite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Pyromorphite- Pb 5(PO 4) 3ClArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
• Chemical formula of Mellite- Al 2(Cl 2O 12) · 18H 2OUlrich Henn and Claudio C.

Pyromorphite and Mellite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Pyromorphite and Mellite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Pyromorphite and Mellite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Pyromorphite is 1.58-1.60 whereas that of Mellite is 1.58-1.60.