Diopside and Hanksite Physical Properties

Diopside and Hanksite Chemical Formula

While comparing Diopside 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 Diopside and Hanksite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Diopside- CaMgSi₂O₆
• Chemical formula of Hanksite- KNa22(SO4)9(CO3)2Cl

Diopside and Hanksite Specific Gravity

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