Hackmanite and Nephrite Physical Properties
Tenacity
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Solubility
Not Available
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Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
2.27-2.33
2.90-3.10
Fracture
UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Splintery, Granular, Splintery, Granular, Gemstones (2009)
Cleavage
Not Available
Not Available
Mohs Hardness
5.5-6
6-6.5
Chemical Composition
Na 8Al 6Si 6O 24Cl 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Ca 2(Mg,Fe) 5(OH) 2Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references
Hackmanite and Nephrite Chemical Formula
While comparing Hackmanite and Nephrite 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 Nephrite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Hackmanite- Na 8Al 6Si 6O 24Cl 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
- Chemical formula of Nephrite- Ca 2(Mg,Fe) 5(OH) 2Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references
Hackmanite and Nephrite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Hackmanite and Nephrite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Hackmanite and Nephrite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Hackmanite is 2.90-3.10 whereas that of Nephrite is 2.90-3.10.