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Melanite and Manganaxinite Physical Properties


Manganaxinite and Melanite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
3.70-4.10   
3.314   

Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)   
Uneven   

Cleavage
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Mohs Hardness
6.5-7   
6.5-7   

Chemical Composition
Ca 3Fe 2(SiO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)   
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Melanite and Manganaxinite Chemical Formula

While comparing Melanite and Manganaxinite 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 Melanite and Manganaxinite chemical formula.

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Melanite and Manganaxinite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Melanite and Manganaxinite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Melanite and Manganaxinite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Melanite is 3.314 whereas that of Manganaxinite is 3.314.

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