Dumortierite and Moroxite Physical Properties

Dumortierite and Moroxite Chemical Formula

While comparing Dumortierite 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 Dumortierite and Moroxite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Dumortierite- AlAl₆O₃BSi₃O₁₈
• Chemical formula of Moroxite- Ca 5(F,Cl)(PO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Dumortierite and Moroxite Specific Gravity

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