Vivianite and Annabergite Physical Properties

Vivianite and Annabergite Chemical Formula

While comparing Vivianite and Annabergite 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 Vivianite and Annabergite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Vivianite- Fe 3(PO 4) 2 8H 2OUlrich Henn and Claudio C.
• Chemical formula of Annabergite- Ni3(AsO4)2•8(H2O)

Vivianite and Annabergite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Vivianite and Annabergite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Vivianite and Annabergite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Vivianite is 3.07 whereas that of Annabergite is 3.07.