Pyromorphite and Norbergite Physical Properties

Pyromorphite and Norbergite Chemical Formula

While comparing Pyromorphite and Norbergite 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 Norbergite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Pyromorphite- Pb 5(PO 4) 3ClArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
• Chemical formula of Norbergite- Mg 3(SiO 4)(F,OH) 2Anthony et al , Handbook of Mineralogy (2001)

Pyromorphite and Norbergite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Pyromorphite and Norbergite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Pyromorphite and Norbergite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Pyromorphite is 3.177 whereas that of Norbergite is 3.177.