Moroxite and Cuprite Physical Properties

Moroxite and Cuprite Chemical Formula

While comparing Moroxite and Cuprite 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 Moroxite and Cuprite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Moroxite- Ca 5(F,Cl)(PO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
• Chemical formula of Cuprite- Cu 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Moroxite and Cuprite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Moroxite and Cuprite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Moroxite and Cuprite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Moroxite is 5.85-6.15 whereas that of Cuprite is 5.85-6.15.