Manganaxinite and Leucite Physical Properties

Manganaxinite

Leucite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Not Available

Brittle

1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

3.3142.45-2.50

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Uneven

Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle

1.6 Cleavage

Not Available

Poor on {110}

1.7 Mohs Hardness

6.5-75.5-6

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

Not Available

KAlSi 2O 6Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Manganaxinite and Leucite Chemical Formula

While comparing Manganaxinite and Leucite 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 Manganaxinite and Leucite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Leucite- KAlSi 2O 6Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

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Manganaxinite and Leucite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Manganaxinite and Leucite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Manganaxinite and Leucite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Manganaxinite is 2.45-2.50 whereas that of Leucite is 2.45-2.50.