Datolite and Moroxite Physical Properties

Datolite and Moroxite Chemical Formula

While comparing Datolite 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 Datolite and Moroxite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Datolite- CaBSiO 4(OH)Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
• Chemical formula of Moroxite- Ca 5(F,Cl)(PO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Datolite and Moroxite Specific Gravity

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