Sulphur and Mimetite Physical Properties

Sulphur and Mimetite Chemical Formula

While comparing Sulphur and Mimetite 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 Sulphur and Mimetite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Sulphur- SWalter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001)
• Chemical formula of Mimetite- Pb 5(AsO 4) 3ClMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Sulphur and Mimetite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Sulphur and Mimetite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Sulphur and Mimetite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Sulphur is 7.10 whereas that of Mimetite is 7.10.