Zoisite and Manganaxinite Physical Properties

Zoisite and Manganaxinite Chemical Formula

While comparing Zoisite 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 Zoisite and Manganaxinite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Zoisite- Ca₂Al₃(SiO₄)₃(OH)
• Chemical formula of Manganaxinite- Ca2Mn2+Al2BSi5O17(OH)

Zoisite and Manganaxinite Specific Gravity

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