Vermeil and Purpurite Physical Properties

Vermeil and Purpurite Chemical Formula

While comparing Vermeil and Purpurite 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 Vermeil and Purpurite chemical formula.

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• Chemical formula of Purpurite- MnPO 4Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references

Vermeil and Purpurite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Vermeil and Purpurite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Vermeil and Purpurite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Vermeil is 3.2-3.4 whereas that of Purpurite is 3.2-3.4.