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Chrome-Chalcedony and Moroxite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
2.55-2.703.13-3.26
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
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ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
1.6 Cleavage
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1.7 Mohs Hardness
6.5-7Not Available
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
SiO 2 (with trace Cr minerals) Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)
Ca 5(F,Cl)(PO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Chrome-Chalcedony and Moroxite Chemical Formula

While comparing Chrome-Chalcedony 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 Chrome-Chalcedony and Moroxite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Chrome-Chalcedony- SiO 2 (with trace Cr minerals) Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)
  • Chemical formula of Moroxite- Ca 5(F,Cl)(PO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Chrome-Chalcedony and Moroxite Specific Gravity

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