Topazolite and Moroxite Physical Properties

Topazolite and Moroxite Chemical Formula

While comparing Topazolite 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 Topazolite and Moroxite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Topazolite- Ca 3Fe 2(SiO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
• Chemical formula of Moroxite- Ca 5(F,Cl)(PO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Topazolite and Moroxite Specific Gravity

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