Mohawkite and Wernerite Physical Properties

Mohawkite and Wernerite Chemical Formula

While comparing Mohawkite and Wernerite 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 Wernerite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Mohawkite- Cu3As
• Chemical formula of Wernerite- Na 4(Al,Si) 12O 24Cl to Ca 4(Si,Al) 12O 24(CO 3,SO 4)Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Mohawkite and Wernerite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Mohawkite and Wernerite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Mohawkite and Wernerite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Mohawkite is 2.50-2.80 whereas that of Wernerite is 2.50-2.80.