Nickeline and Moroxite Physical Properties

Nickeline and Moroxite Chemical Formula

While comparing Nickeline and Moroxite 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 Nickeline and Moroxite chemical formula.

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

Nickeline and Moroxite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Nickeline and Moroxite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Nickeline and Moroxite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Nickeline is 3.13-3.26 whereas that of Moroxite is 3.13-3.26.