Pyromorphite and Whitlockite Physical Properties

Pyromorphite and Whitlockite Chemical Formula

While comparing Pyromorphite and Whitlockite 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 Whitlockite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Pyromorphite- Pb 5(PO 4) 3ClArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
• Chemical formula of Whitlockite- Ca 9(Mg,Fe2+ )(PO 4) 6(PO 3OH)Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Pyromorphite and Whitlockite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Pyromorphite and Whitlockite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Pyromorphite and Whitlockite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Pyromorphite is 3.12 whereas that of Whitlockite is 3.12.