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Moroxite and Gaylussite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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Not Available
1.2 Solubility
Not Available
decomposes in water
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
3.13-3.261.93-1.99
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Conchoidal, Conchoidal, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
Not Available
perfect [110]
1.7 Mohs Hardness
Not Available2.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
Ca 5(F,Cl)(PO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
Na2Ca(CO3)2•5(H2O)

Moroxite and Gaylussite Chemical Formula

While comparing Moroxite and Gaylussite 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 Gaylussite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Moroxite- Ca 5(F,Cl)(PO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
  • Chemical formula of Gaylussite- Na2Ca(CO3)2•5(H2O)

Moroxite and Gaylussite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Moroxite and Gaylussite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Moroxite and Gaylussite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Moroxite is 1.93-1.99 whereas that of Gaylussite is 1.93-1.99.