Microcline and Hawks Eye Physical Properties

Microcline and Hawks Eye Chemical Formula

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

• Chemical formula of Microcline- KAlSi 3O 8Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
• Chemical formula of Hawks Eye- SiO₂

Microcline and Hawks Eye Specific Gravity

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