Hanksite and Rhodochrosite Physical Properties

Hanksite and Rhodochrosite Chemical Formula

While comparing Hanksite and Rhodochrosite 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 Rhodochrosite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Hanksite- KNa22(SO4)9(CO3)2Cl
• Chemical formula of Rhodochrosite- MnCO₃

Hanksite and Rhodochrosite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Hanksite and Rhodochrosite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Hanksite and Rhodochrosite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Hanksite is 3.0-3.3 whereas that of Rhodochrosite is 3.0-3.3.