Beryl and Hackmanite Physical Properties

Beryl and Hackmanite Chemical Formula

While comparing Beryl 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 Beryl and Hackmanite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Beryl- Be₃Al₂Si₆O₁₈
• Chemical formula of Hackmanite- Na 8Al 6Si 6O 24Cl 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Beryl and Hackmanite Specific Gravity

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