Hackmanite and Phosphophyllite Physical Properties
Specific Gravity
2.27-2.33
3.07-3.13
Fracture
-
Conchoidal, Uneven
Cleavage
Perfect
{100} Perfect, {010} Distinct, {102} Distinct
Mohs Hardness
5.5-6
3-3.5
Chemical Composition
Na 8Al 6Si 6O 24Cl 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Zn 2(Fe2+ ,Mn2+ )(PO 4) 2 · 4H 2OMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Hackmanite and Phosphophyllite Chemical Formula
While comparing Hackmanite and Phosphophyllite 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 Phosphophyllite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Hackmanite- Na 8Al 6Si 6O 24Cl 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
- Chemical formula of Phosphophyllite- Zn 2(Fe2+ ,Mn2+ )(PO 4) 2 · 4H 2OMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Hackmanite and Phosphophyllite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Hackmanite and Phosphophyllite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Hackmanite and Phosphophyllite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Hackmanite is 3.07-3.13 whereas that of Phosphophyllite is 3.07-3.13.