Magnetite and Hanksite Physical Properties

Magnetite and Hanksite Chemical Formula

While comparing Magnetite and Hanksite 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 Magnetite and Hanksite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Magnetite- Fe 3O 4Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.
• Chemical formula of Hanksite- KNa22(SO4)9(CO3)2Cl

Magnetite and Hanksite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Magnetite and Hanksite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Magnetite and Hanksite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Magnetite is 2.562 whereas that of Hanksite is 2.562.