Albite and Hanksite Physical Properties

Albite and Hanksite Chemical Formula

While comparing Albite 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 Albite and Hanksite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Albite- NaAlSi 3O 8Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
• Chemical formula of Hanksite- KNa22(SO4)9(CO3)2Cl

Albite and Hanksite Specific Gravity

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