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Moroxite and Vanadinite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Not Available
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
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Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
3.13-3.26
6.8-7.1
1.5 Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Uneven, Conchoidal, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
Not Available
None
1.7 Mohs Hardness
Not Available
3-4
1.8 Chemical Composition
Ca 5(F,Cl)(PO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
C20H36

Moroxite and Vanadinite Chemical Formula

While comparing Moroxite and Vanadinite 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 Vanadinite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Moroxite- Ca 5(F,Cl)(PO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
  • Chemical formula of Vanadinite- C20H36

Moroxite and Vanadinite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Moroxite and Vanadinite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Moroxite and Vanadinite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Moroxite is 6.8-7.1 whereas that of Vanadinite is 6.8-7.1.