Hackmanite and Jasper Physical Properties
Tenacity
Not Available
Not Available
Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
2.27-2.33
2.58-2.91
Fracture
UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Conchoidal, Conchoidal, Gemstones of the world (2001)
Cleavage
Not Available
Indiscernible
Mohs Hardness
5.5-6
6.5-7
Chemical Composition
Na 8Al 6Si 6O 24Cl 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
SiO2
Hackmanite and Jasper Chemical Formula
While comparing Hackmanite and Jasper 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 Jasper chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Hackmanite- Na 8Al 6Si 6O 24Cl 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
- Chemical formula of Jasper- SiO2
Hackmanite and Jasper Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Hackmanite and Jasper Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Hackmanite and Jasper Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Hackmanite is 2.58-2.91 whereas that of Jasper is 2.58-2.91.