Humite and Lawsonite Physical Properties

Humite and Lawsonite Chemical Formula

While comparing Humite and Lawsonite 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 Humite and Lawsonite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Humite- (Mg,Fe2+ ) 7(SiO 4) 3(F,OH) 2Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
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Humite and Lawsonite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Humite and Lawsonite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Humite and Lawsonite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Humite is 3.09 whereas that of Lawsonite is 3.09.