Hackmanite and Milarite Physical Properties

Hackmanite and Milarite Chemical Formula

While comparing Hackmanite and Milarite 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 Milarite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Hackmanite- Na 8Al 6Si 6O 24Cl 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
• Chemical formula of Milarite- KCa 2AlBe 2Si 12O 30 · 0.5H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Hackmanite and Milarite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Hackmanite and Milarite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Hackmanite and Milarite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Hackmanite is 2.52-2.60 whereas that of Milarite is 2.52-2.60.