Gaspite and Hardystonite Physical Properties

Gaspite and Hardystonite Chemical Formula

While comparing Gaspite and Hardystonite 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 Gaspite and Hardystonite chemical formula.

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• Chemical formula of Hardystonite- Ca 2ZnSi 2O 7Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Gaspite and Hardystonite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Gaspite and Hardystonite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Gaspite and Hardystonite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Gaspite is 3.396-3.443 whereas that of Hardystonite is 3.396-3.443.