Boracite and Axinite Physical Properties

Boracite and Axinite Chemical Formula

While comparing Boracite and Axinite 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 Boracite and Axinite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Boracite- Mg 3B 7O 13ClMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
• Chemical formula of Axinite- (Ca,Fe,Mn,Mg) 3Al 2BSi 4O 15(OH)Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references

Boracite and Axinite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Boracite and Axinite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Boracite and Axinite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Boracite is 3.26-3.36 whereas that of Axinite is 3.26-3.36.