Pyromorphite and Realgar Physical Properties

Pyromorphite and Realgar Chemical Formula

While comparing Pyromorphite and Realgar 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 Realgar chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Pyromorphite- Pb 5(PO 4) 3ClArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
• Chemical formula of Realgar- AsSMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Pyromorphite and Realgar Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Pyromorphite and Realgar Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Pyromorphite and Realgar Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Pyromorphite is 3.56 whereas that of Realgar is 3.56.