Pyromorphite and Musgravite Physical Properties

Pyromorphite and Musgravite Chemical Formula

While comparing Pyromorphite and Musgravite 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 Musgravite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Pyromorphite- Pb 5(PO 4) 3ClArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
• Chemical formula of Musgravite- (Mg,Fe,Zn)Al 6BeO 12Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.

Pyromorphite and Musgravite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Pyromorphite and Musgravite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Pyromorphite and Musgravite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Pyromorphite is 3.62-3.68 whereas that of Musgravite is 3.62-3.68.