Albite and Manganaxinite Physical Properties

Albite and Manganaxinite Chemical Formula

While comparing Albite and Manganaxinite 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 Albite and Manganaxinite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Albite- NaAlSi 3O 8Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
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Albite and Manganaxinite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Albite and Manganaxinite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Albite and Manganaxinite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Albite is 3.314 whereas that of Manganaxinite is 3.314.