Hanksite and Thulite Physical Properties

Hanksite and Thulite Chemical Formula

While comparing Hanksite and Thulite 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 Thulite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Hanksite- KNa22(SO4)9(CO3)2Cl
• Chemical formula of Thulite- Ca₂Al₃(SiO₄)₃(OH)

Hanksite and Thulite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Hanksite and Thulite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Hanksite and Thulite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Hanksite is 3.1 whereas that of Thulite is 3.1.