Azurite and Manganaxinite Physical Properties

Azurite and Manganaxinite Chemical Formula

While comparing Azurite 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 Azurite and Manganaxinite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Azurite- Cu 3(OH) 2(CO 3) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
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Azurite and Manganaxinite Specific Gravity

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