Hematite and Manganaxinite Physical Properties

Hematite and Manganaxinite Chemical Formula

While comparing Hematite 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 Hematite and Manganaxinite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Hematite- Fe 2O 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
• Chemical formula of Manganaxinite- Ca2Mn2+Al2BSi5O17(OH)

Hematite and Manganaxinite Specific Gravity

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