Pyromorphite and Plumbogummite Physical Properties

Pyromorphite and Plumbogummite Chemical Formula

While comparing Pyromorphite and Plumbogummite 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 Plumbogummite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Pyromorphite- Pb 5(PO 4) 3ClArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
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Pyromorphite and Plumbogummite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Pyromorphite and Plumbogummite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Pyromorphite and Plumbogummite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Pyromorphite is 4.014 whereas that of Plumbogummite is 4.014.