Pyromorphite and Sulphur Physical Properties

Pyromorphite and Sulphur Chemical Formula

While comparing Pyromorphite and Sulphur 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 Sulphur chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Pyromorphite- Pb 5(PO 4) 3ClArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
• Chemical formula of Sulphur- SWalter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001)

Pyromorphite and Sulphur Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Pyromorphite and Sulphur Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Pyromorphite and Sulphur Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Pyromorphite is 2.05-2.08 whereas that of Sulphur is 2.05-2.08.