Hackmanite and Steatite Physical Properties

Hackmanite and Steatite Chemical Formula

While comparing Hackmanite and Steatite 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 Steatite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Hackmanite- Na 8Al 6Si 6O 24Cl 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
• Chemical formula of Steatite- Mg 3Si 4O 10(OH) 2Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)

Hackmanite and Steatite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Hackmanite and Steatite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Hackmanite and Steatite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Hackmanite is 2.20-2.80 whereas that of Steatite is 2.20-2.80.