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Moroxite and Hematite Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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Brittle
1.2 Solubility
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Not Available
1.3 Durability
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Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
3.13-3.265.00-5.30
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references, Conchoidal, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
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None, may show partings on {0001} and {10 1 1}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
Not Available6
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
Ca 5(F,Cl)(PO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
Fe 2O 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Moroxite and Hematite Chemical Formula

While comparing Moroxite and Hematite 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 Hematite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Moroxite- Ca 5(F,Cl)(PO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
  • Chemical formula of Hematite- Fe 2O 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Moroxite and Hematite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Moroxite and Hematite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Moroxite and Hematite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Moroxite is 5.00-5.30 whereas that of Hematite is 5.00-5.30.