Williamsite and Manganaxinite Physical Properties

Williamsite and Manganaxinite Chemical Formula

While comparing Williamsite and Manganaxinite 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 Williamsite and Manganaxinite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Williamsite- (Mg,Fe2+ ) 3Si 2O 5(OH) 4Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
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Williamsite and Manganaxinite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Williamsite and Manganaxinite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Williamsite and Manganaxinite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Williamsite is 3.314 whereas that of Manganaxinite is 3.314.