Holmquistite and Anyolite Physical Properties

Holmquistite and Anyolite Chemical Formula

While comparing Holmquistite and Anyolite 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 Holmquistite and Anyolite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Holmquistite- Li 2[(Mg,Fe2+ ) 3Al 2]Si 8O 22(OH) 2Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
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Holmquistite and Anyolite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Holmquistite and Anyolite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Holmquistite and Anyolite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Holmquistite is 3.20-3.50 whereas that of Anyolite is 3.20-3.50.