Hackmanite and Diamond Physical Properties

Hackmanite

Diamond

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Not Available

1.2 Solubility

Not Available

Soluble

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

2.27-2.33

3.50-3.53

1.5 Fracture

UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)

Conchoidal, Conchoidal, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references, Conchoidal, Brittle

1.6 Cleavage

Not Available

111 (perfect in four directions)

1.7 Mohs Hardness

5.5-6

1.8 Chemical Composition

Na 8Al 6Si 6O 24Cl 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Hackmanite and Diamond Chemical Formula

While comparing Hackmanite and Diamond 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 Diamond chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Hackmanite- Na 8Al 6Si 6O 24Cl 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Chemical formula of Diamond- C

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Hackmanite and Diamond Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Hackmanite and Diamond Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Hackmanite and Diamond Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Hackmanite is 3.50-3.53 whereas that of Diamond is 3.50-3.53.