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Iddingsite and Moroxite Physical Properties


Moroxite and Iddingsite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
2.5-2.8   
3.13-3.26   

Fracture
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ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)   

Cleavage
{???} Perfect   
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Mohs Hardness
3   
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Chemical Composition
MgO.Fe2O3.3SiO2•4(H2O)   
Ca 5(F,Cl)(PO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)   

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Iddingsite and Moroxite Chemical Formula

While comparing Iddingsite 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 Iddingsite and Moroxite chemical formula.

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Iddingsite and Moroxite Specific Gravity

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

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