Vesuvianite and Mottramite Physical Properties

Vesuvianite and Mottramite Chemical Formula

While comparing Vesuvianite and Mottramite 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 Vesuvianite and Mottramite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Vesuvianite- Ca10(Mg,Fe)2Al4(SiO4)5(Si2O7)2(OH)4
• Chemical formula of Mottramite- PbCu(VO4)(OH)

Vesuvianite and Mottramite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Vesuvianite and Mottramite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Vesuvianite and Mottramite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Vesuvianite is 5.9 whereas that of Mottramite is 5.9.