Binghamite and Hanksite Physical Properties

Binghamite and Hanksite Chemical Formula

While comparing Binghamite 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 Binghamite and Hanksite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Binghamite- SiO 2Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
• Chemical formula of Hanksite- KNa22(SO4)9(CO3)2Cl

Binghamite and Hanksite Specific Gravity

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