Sussexite and Fibrolite Physical Properties

Sussexite and Fibrolite Chemical Formula

While comparing Sussexite and Fibrolite 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 Sussexite and Fibrolite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Sussexite- Mn2+ BO 2(OH)Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
• Chemical formula of Fibrolite- Al 2SiO 5Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Sussexite and Fibrolite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Sussexite and Fibrolite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Sussexite and Fibrolite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Sussexite is 3.14-3.25 whereas that of Fibrolite is 3.14-3.25.