Hanksite and Binghamite Physical Properties

Hanksite and Binghamite Chemical Formula

While comparing Hanksite and Binghamite 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 Hanksite and Binghamite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Hanksite- KNa22(SO4)9(CO3)2Cl
• Chemical formula of Binghamite- SiO 2Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Hanksite and Binghamite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Hanksite and Binghamite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Hanksite and Binghamite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Hanksite is 2.55-2.70 whereas that of Binghamite is 2.55-2.70.