Hawks Eye and Alunite Physical Properties

Hawks Eye and Alunite Chemical Formula

While comparing Hawks Eye and Alunite 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 Hawks Eye and Alunite chemical formula.

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• Chemical formula of Alunite- KAl3(SO4)2(OH)6

Hawks Eye and Alunite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Hawks Eye and Alunite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Hawks Eye and Alunite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Hawks Eye is 2.6-2.9 whereas that of Alunite is 2.6-2.9.