Hawks Eye and Phlogopite Physical Properties

Hawks Eye and Phlogopite Chemical Formula

While comparing Hawks Eye and Phlogopite 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 Phlogopite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Hawks Eye- SiO₂
• Chemical formula of Phlogopite- KMg3(Si3Al)O10(F,OH)2

Hawks Eye and Phlogopite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Hawks Eye and Phlogopite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Hawks Eye and Phlogopite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Hawks Eye is 2.78-2.85 whereas that of Phlogopite is 2.78-2.85.