Hackmanite and Transvaal Jade Physical Properties

Hackmanite and Transvaal Jade Chemical Formula

While comparing Hackmanite and Transvaal Jade 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 Transvaal Jade chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Hackmanite- Na 8Al 6Si 6O 24Cl 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
• Chemical formula of Transvaal Jade- Ca 3Al 2(SiO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Hackmanite and Transvaal Jade Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Hackmanite and Transvaal Jade Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Hackmanite and Transvaal Jade Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Hackmanite is 3.55-3.73 whereas that of Transvaal Jade is 3.55-3.73.