Wulfenite and Shungite Physical Properties

Wulfenite and Shungite Chemical Formula

While comparing Wulfenite and Shungite 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 Wulfenite and Shungite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Wulfenite- PbMoO 4Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001)
• Chemical formula of Shungite- C

Wulfenite and Shungite Specific Gravity

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