Emerald and Hanksite Physical Properties

Emerald and Hanksite Chemical Formula

While comparing Emerald 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 Emerald and Hanksite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Emerald- Be₃Al₂SiO₆
• Chemical formula of Hanksite- KNa22(SO4)9(CO3)2Cl

Emerald and Hanksite Specific Gravity

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