Mohawkite and Viridine Physical Properties

Mohawkite and Viridine Chemical Formula

While comparing Mohawkite and Viridine 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 Mohawkite and Viridine chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Mohawkite- Cu3As
• Chemical formula of Viridine- (Al,Mn3+ ) 2SiO 4OGemdat.org , Management Team (2012)

Mohawkite and Viridine Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Mohawkite and Viridine Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Mohawkite and Viridine Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Mohawkite is 3.05-3.21 whereas that of Viridine is 3.05-3.21.