Apophyllite and Hackmanite Physical Properties

Apophyllite and Hackmanite Chemical Formula

While comparing Apophyllite and Hackmanite 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 Apophyllite and Hackmanite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Apophyllite- KCa 4Si 8O 20(F,OH) · 8H 2OUlrich Henn and Claudio C.
• Chemical formula of Hackmanite- Na 8Al 6Si 6O 24Cl 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Apophyllite and Hackmanite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Apophyllite and Hackmanite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Apophyllite and Hackmanite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Apophyllite is 2.27-2.33 whereas that of Hackmanite is 2.27-2.33.