Alunite and Cacoxenite Physical Properties

Alunite and Cacoxenite Chemical Formula

While comparing Alunite and Cacoxenite 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 Alunite and Cacoxenite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Alunite- KAl3(SO4)2(OH)6
• Chemical formula of Cacoxenite- (Fe+++,Al)25(PO4)17O6(OH)12•75(H2O)

Alunite and Cacoxenite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Alunite and Cacoxenite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Alunite and Cacoxenite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Alunite is 2.2-2.6 whereas that of Cacoxenite is 2.2-2.6.