Datolite and Hanksite Physical Properties

Datolite and Hanksite Chemical Formula

While comparing Datolite 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 Datolite and Hanksite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Datolite- CaBSiO 4(OH)Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
• Chemical formula of Hanksite- KNa22(SO4)9(CO3)2Cl

Datolite and Hanksite Specific Gravity

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