Sussexite and Lazulite Physical Properties

Sussexite and Lazulite Chemical Formula

While comparing Sussexite and Lazulite 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 Lazulite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Sussexite- Mn2+ BO 2(OH)Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
• Chemical formula of Lazulite- (Mg,Fe)Al 2(PO 4) 2(OH) 2Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009) More from other references

Sussexite and Lazulite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Sussexite and Lazulite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Sussexite and Lazulite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Sussexite is 3.04-3.17 whereas that of Lazulite is 3.04-3.17.