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Hollandite and Hackmanite Physical Properties


Hackmanite and Hollandite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
5.05   
2.27-2.33   

Fracture
Brittle, Metallic   
UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)   

Cleavage
Distinct / Good, Prismatic   
Not Available   

Mohs Hardness
4-6   
5.5-6   

Chemical Composition
Ba(Mn++++,Mn++)8O16   
Na 8Al 6Si 6O 24Cl 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)   

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Hollandite and Hackmanite Chemical Formula

While comparing Hollandite and Hackmanite 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 Hollandite and Hackmanite chemical formula.

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Hollandite and Hackmanite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Hollandite and Hackmanite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Hollandite and Hackmanite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Hollandite is 2.27-2.33 whereas that of Hackmanite is 2.27-2.33.

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