Libyan Desert Glass and Axinite Physical Properties

Libyan Desert Glass and Axinite Chemical Formula

While comparing Libyan Desert Glass 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 Libyan Desert Glass and Axinite chemical formula.

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• Chemical formula of Axinite- (Ca,Fe,Mn,Mg) 3Al 2BSi 4O 15(OH)Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references

Libyan Desert Glass and Axinite Specific Gravity

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