Richterite and Moroxite Physical Properties

Richterite and Moroxite Chemical Formula

While comparing Richterite 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 Richterite and Moroxite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Richterite- Na(CaNa)(Mg,Fe++)5(Si8O22)(OH)2
• Chemical formula of Moroxite- Ca 5(F,Cl)(PO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Richterite and Moroxite Specific Gravity

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