Clintonite and Moroxite Physical Properties

Clintonite and Moroxite Chemical Formula

While comparing Clintonite 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 Clintonite and Moroxite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Clintonite- Ca(Mg,Al)3(Al3Si)O10(OH)2
• Chemical formula of Moroxite- Ca 5(F,Cl)(PO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Clintonite and Moroxite Specific Gravity

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