Manganaxinite and Thulite Physical Properties

Manganaxinite

Thulite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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1.2 Solubility

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1.3 Durability

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1.4 Specific Gravity

3.3143.1

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Uneven

Uneven, Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)

1.6 Cleavage

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Perfect {010} imperfect {100}

1.7 Mohs Hardness

6.5-76-7

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

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Ca₂Al₃(SiO₄)₃(OH)

Manganaxinite and Thulite Chemical Formula

While comparing Manganaxinite and Thulite 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 Thulite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Thulite- Ca₂Al₃(SiO₄)₃(OH)

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Manganaxinite and Thulite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Manganaxinite and Thulite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Manganaxinite and Thulite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Manganaxinite is 3.1 whereas that of Thulite is 3.1.