Afghanite and Hanksite Physical Properties

Afghanite and Hanksite Chemical Formula

While comparing Afghanite and Hanksite 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 Afghanite and Hanksite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Afghanite- (Na,Ca,K) 8(Si,Al) 12O 24(SO 4,Cl,CO 3) 3(H 2O)Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
• Chemical formula of Hanksite- KNa22(SO4)9(CO3)2Cl

Afghanite and Hanksite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Afghanite and Hanksite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Afghanite and Hanksite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Afghanite is 2.562 whereas that of Hanksite is 2.562.