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Esperite and Axinite Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
4.28-4.42
3.26-3.36
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle, Metallic
Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
1.6 Cleavage
Distinct on [010] and [100] poor on [101]
Good on {100}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5-5.5
6.5-7
1.8 Chemical Composition
PbCa 3Zn 4(SiO 4) 4Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
(Ca,Fe,Mn,Mg) 3Al 2BSi 4O 15(OH)Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references

Esperite and Axinite Chemical Formula

While comparing Esperite 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 Esperite and Axinite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Esperite- PbCa 3Zn 4(SiO 4) 4Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
  • Chemical formula of Axinite- (Ca,Fe,Mn,Mg) 3Al 2BSi 4O 15(OH)Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references

Esperite and Axinite Specific Gravity

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