Uvite and Atacamite Physical Properties

Uvite and Atacamite Chemical Formula

While comparing Uvite and Atacamite 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 Uvite and Atacamite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Uvite- Ca(Mg 3)MgAl 5(Si 6O 18)(BO 3) 3(OH) 3(OH)Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)
• Chemical formula of Atacamite- Cu2Cl(OH)3

Uvite and Atacamite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Uvite and Atacamite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Uvite and Atacamite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Uvite is 3.745-3.776 whereas that of Atacamite is 3.745-3.776.