Sylvite and Moroxite Physical Properties

Sylvite and Moroxite Chemical Formula

While comparing Sylvite 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 Sylvite and Moroxite chemical formula.

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

Sylvite and Moroxite Specific Gravity

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