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Onyx and Moroxite Physical Properties


Moroxite and Onyx Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
2.55-2.70   
3.13-3.26   

Fracture
Not Available   
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)   

Cleavage
Indiscernible   
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Mohs Hardness
6.5-7   
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Chemical Composition
SiO2   
Ca 5(F,Cl)(PO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)   

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Onyx and Moroxite Chemical Formula

While comparing Onyx 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 Onyx and Moroxite chemical formula.

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Onyx and Moroxite Specific Gravity

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

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