Hackmanite and Elbaite Physical Properties

Hackmanite and Elbaite Chemical Formula

While comparing Hackmanite and Elbaite 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 Elbaite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Hackmanite- Na 8Al 6Si 6O 24Cl 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
• Chemical formula of Elbaite- Na(Li 1.5Al 1.5)Al 6(Si 6O 18)(BO 3) 3(OH) 3(OH)Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012) More from other references

Hackmanite and Elbaite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Hackmanite and Elbaite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Hackmanite and Elbaite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Hackmanite is 2.90-3.10 whereas that of Elbaite is 2.90-3.10.