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Microlite and Cacoxenite 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
5.5
2.2-2.6
1.5 Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Conchoidal, Brittle
Uneven
1.6 Cleavage
{111} Indistinct, {111} Indistinct, {111} Indistinct
None
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5-5.5
3-4
1.8 Chemical Composition
(Ca,Na) 2Ta 2O 6(O,OH,F)Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
(Fe+++,Al)25(PO4)17O6(OH)12•75(H2O)

Microlite and Cacoxenite Chemical Formula

While comparing Microlite and Cacoxenite 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 Microlite and Cacoxenite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Microlite- (Ca,Na) 2Ta 2O 6(O,OH,F)Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
  • Chemical formula of Cacoxenite- (Fe+++,Al)25(PO4)17O6(OH)12•75(H2O)

Microlite and Cacoxenite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Microlite and Cacoxenite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Microlite and Cacoxenite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Microlite is 2.2-2.6 whereas that of Cacoxenite is 2.2-2.6.