Hackmanite and Piemontite Physical Properties

Hackmanite

Piemontite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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Brittle

1.2 Solubility

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1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

2.27-2.33Not Available

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)

Uneven, Splintery

1.6 Cleavage

Not Available

[001] good, [100] distinct

1.7 Mohs Hardness

5.5-66-6.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

Na 8Al 6Si 6O 24Cl 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

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Hackmanite and Piemontite Chemical Formula

While comparing Hackmanite and Piemontite 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 Piemontite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Hackmanite- Na 8Al 6Si 6O 24Cl 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

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Hackmanite and Piemontite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Hackmanite and Piemontite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Hackmanite and Piemontite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Hackmanite is Not Available whereas that of Piemontite is Not Available.