Alunite and Moroxite Physical Properties

Alunite and Moroxite Chemical Formula

While comparing Alunite and Moroxite 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 Moroxite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Alunite- KAl3(SO4)2(OH)6
• Chemical formula of Moroxite- Ca 5(F,Cl)(PO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Alunite and Moroxite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Alunite and Moroxite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Alunite and Moroxite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Alunite is 3.13-3.26 whereas that of Moroxite is 3.13-3.26.