Hackmanite and Datolite Physical Properties

Hackmanite and Datolite Chemical Formula

While comparing Hackmanite and Datolite 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 Datolite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Hackmanite- Na 8Al 6Si 6O 24Cl 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
• Chemical formula of Datolite- CaBSiO 4(OH)Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Hackmanite and Datolite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Hackmanite and Datolite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Hackmanite and Datolite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Hackmanite is 2.90-3.00 whereas that of Datolite is 2.90-3.00.