Microcline and Manganaxinite Physical Properties

Microcline and Manganaxinite Chemical Formula

While comparing Microcline 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 Microcline and Manganaxinite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Microcline- KAlSi 3O 8Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
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Microcline and Manganaxinite Specific Gravity

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