Thulite and Cacoxenite Physical Properties

Thulite and Cacoxenite Chemical Formula

While comparing Thulite and Cacoxenite 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 Thulite and Cacoxenite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Thulite- Ca₂Al₃(SiO₄)₃(OH)
• Chemical formula of Cacoxenite- (Fe+++,Al)25(PO4)17O6(OH)12•75(H2O)

Thulite and Cacoxenite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Thulite and Cacoxenite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Thulite and Cacoxenite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Thulite is 2.2-2.6 whereas that of Cacoxenite is 2.2-2.6.