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Chlorite group and Hackmanite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
2.6-3.3
2.27-2.33
1.5 Fracture
Lamellar
UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
1.6 Cleavage
Perfect 001
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1.7 Mohs Hardness
2-2.5
5.5-6
1.8 Chemical Composition
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Na 8Al 6Si 6O 24Cl 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Chlorite group and Hackmanite Chemical Formula

While comparing Chlorite group 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 Chlorite group and Hackmanite chemical formula.

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

Chlorite group and Hackmanite Specific Gravity

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

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