Chiastolite and Hanksite Physical Properties

Chiastolite and Hanksite Chemical Formula

While comparing Chiastolite 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 Chiastolite and Hanksite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Chiastolite- Al 2SiO 5Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006)
• Chemical formula of Hanksite- KNa22(SO4)9(CO3)2Cl

Chiastolite and Hanksite Specific Gravity

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