Sussexite and Pargasite Physical Properties

Sussexite and Pargasite Chemical Formula

While comparing Sussexite and Pargasite 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 Pargasite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Sussexite- Mn2+ BO 2(OH)Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
• Chemical formula of Pargasite- NaCa 2(Mg 4Al)Si 6Al 2O 22(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Sussexite and Pargasite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Sussexite and Pargasite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Sussexite and Pargasite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Sussexite is 3.04-3.26 whereas that of Pargasite is 3.04-3.26.