Hessonite and Hodgkinsonite Physical Properties

Hessonite and Hodgkinsonite Chemical Formula

While comparing Hessonite and Hodgkinsonite 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 Hessonite and Hodgkinsonite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Hessonite- Ca3Al2(SiO4)3
• Chemical formula of Hodgkinsonite- Mn2+ Zn 2SiO 4(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Hessonite and Hodgkinsonite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Hessonite and Hodgkinsonite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Hessonite and Hodgkinsonite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Hessonite is 4.06-4.08 whereas that of Hodgkinsonite is 4.06-4.08.