Hackmanite and Amethyst Physical Properties
Tenacity
Not Available
Not Available
Solubility
Not Available
insoluble in common solvents
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
2.27-2.33
2.65
Fracture
UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Conchoidal, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001)
Cleavage
Not Available
Indiscernible
Chemical Composition
Na 8Al 6Si 6O 24Cl 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
SiO2
Hackmanite and Amethyst Chemical Formula
While comparing Hackmanite and Amethyst 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 Hackmanite and Amethyst chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Hackmanite- Na 8Al 6Si 6O 24Cl 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
- Chemical formula of Amethyst- SiO2
Hackmanite and Amethyst Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Hackmanite and Amethyst Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Hackmanite and Amethyst Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Hackmanite is 2.65 whereas that of Amethyst is 2.65.