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Ferro-axinite Axinite-Fe
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Ferro-axinite Axinite-Fe and Blue John Physical Properties

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
3.25-3.28
3.00-3.25
1.5 Fracture
Uneven
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1.6 Cleavage
{100} Distinct, {001} Poor, {110} Poor
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1.7 Mohs Hardness
6.5-7
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1.8 Chemical Composition
Ca2Fe++Al2BO3Si4O12(OH)
CaF 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Ferro-axinite Axinite-Fe and Blue John Chemical Formula

While comparing Ferro-axinite Axinite-Fe and Blue John 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 Ferro-axinite Axinite-Fe and Blue John chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Ferro-axinite Axinite-Fe- Ca2Fe++Al2BO3Si4O12(OH)
  • Chemical formula of Blue John- CaF 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Ferro-axinite Axinite-Fe and Blue John Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Ferro-axinite Axinite-Fe and Blue John Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Ferro-axinite Axinite-Fe and Blue John Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Ferro-axinite Axinite-Fe is 3.00-3.25 whereas that of Blue John is 3.00-3.25.