Arfvedsonite and Cacoxenite Physical Properties

Arfvedsonite and Cacoxenite Chemical Formula

While comparing Arfvedsonite 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 Arfvedsonite and Cacoxenite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Arfvedsonite- NaNa2(Fe++4Fe+++)Si8O22(OH)2
• Chemical formula of Cacoxenite- (Fe+++,Al)25(PO4)17O6(OH)12•75(H2O)

Arfvedsonite and Cacoxenite Specific Gravity

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