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Axinite and Piemontite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Not Available
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
3.26-3.36
Not Available
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Uneven, Splintery
1.6 Cleavage
Good on {100}
[001] good, [100] distinct
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6.5-7
6-6.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
(Ca,Fe,Mn,Mg) 3Al 2BSi 4O 15(OH)Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references
Not Available

Axinite and Piemontite Chemical Formula

While comparing Axinite and Piemontite 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 Axinite and Piemontite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Axinite- (Ca,Fe,Mn,Mg) 3Al 2BSi 4O 15(OH)Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references
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Axinite and Piemontite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Axinite and Piemontite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Axinite and Piemontite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Axinite is Not Available whereas that of Piemontite is Not Available.