Hambergite and Willemite Physical Properties

Hambergite and Willemite Chemical Formula

While comparing Hambergite and Willemite 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 Hambergite and Willemite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Hambergite- Be 2BO 3(OH)Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.
• Chemical formula of Willemite- Zn 2SiO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Hambergite and Willemite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Hambergite and Willemite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Hambergite and Willemite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Hambergite is 3.89-4.18 whereas that of Willemite is 3.89-4.18.