Celestine and Hackmanite Physical Properties

Celestine and Hackmanite Chemical Formula

While comparing Celestine 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 Celestine and Hackmanite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Celestine- SrSO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
• Chemical formula of Hackmanite- Na 8Al 6Si 6O 24Cl 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Celestine and Hackmanite Specific Gravity

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