Seraphinite and Mohawkite Physical Properties

Seraphinite and Mohawkite Chemical Formula

While comparing Seraphinite and Mohawkite 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 Seraphinite and Mohawkite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Seraphinite- (Mg,Fe2+ ) 5Al(Si 3Al)O 10(OH) 8Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
• Chemical formula of Mohawkite- Cu3As

Seraphinite and Mohawkite Specific Gravity

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