Villiaumite and Moroxite Physical Properties

Villiaumite and Moroxite Chemical Formula

While comparing Villiaumite 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 Villiaumite and Moroxite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Villiaumite- NaFUlrich Henn and Claudio C.
• Chemical formula of Moroxite- Ca 5(F,Cl)(PO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Villiaumite and Moroxite Specific Gravity

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