Hanksite and Phosgenite Physical Properties

Hanksite and Phosgenite Chemical Formula

While comparing Hanksite and Phosgenite 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 Phosgenite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Hanksite- KNa22(SO4)9(CO3)2Cl
• Chemical formula of Phosgenite- Pb 2(CO 3)Cl 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Hanksite and Phosgenite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Hanksite and Phosgenite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Hanksite and Phosgenite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Hanksite is 6.13 whereas that of Phosgenite is 6.13.