Tanzanite and Moroxite Physical Properties

Tanzanite and Moroxite Chemical Formula

While comparing Tanzanite 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 Tanzanite and Moroxite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Tanzanite- Ca₂Al₃(SiO₄)₃(OH)
• Chemical formula of Moroxite- Ca 5(F,Cl)(PO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Tanzanite and Moroxite Specific Gravity

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