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Hackmanite and Gaylussite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
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decomposes in water
1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
2.27-2.331.93-1.99
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Conchoidal, Conchoidal, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
Not Available
perfect [110]
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5.5-62.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
Na 8Al 6Si 6O 24Cl 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Na2Ca(CO3)2•5(H2O)

Hackmanite and Gaylussite Chemical Formula

While comparing Hackmanite and Gaylussite 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 Gaylussite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Hackmanite- Na 8Al 6Si 6O 24Cl 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
  • Chemical formula of Gaylussite- Na2Ca(CO3)2•5(H2O)

Hackmanite and Gaylussite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Hackmanite and Gaylussite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Hackmanite and Gaylussite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Hackmanite is 1.93-1.99 whereas that of Gaylussite is 1.93-1.99.