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Moroxite and Fayalite Physical Properties

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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
3.13-3.26
4.392
1.5 Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Conchoidal, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Conchoidal, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
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{010} moderate, {100} imperfect
1.7 Mohs Hardness
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6.5-7
1.8 Chemical Composition
Ca 5(F,Cl)(PO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
Fe 2SiO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Moroxite and Fayalite Chemical Formula

While comparing Moroxite and Fayalite 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 Fayalite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Moroxite- Ca 5(F,Cl)(PO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
  • Chemical formula of Fayalite- Fe 2SiO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Moroxite and Fayalite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Moroxite and Fayalite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Moroxite and Fayalite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Moroxite is 4.392 whereas that of Fayalite is 4.392.