Mohawkite and Hanksite Physical Properties

Mohawkite and Hanksite Chemical Formula

While comparing Mohawkite 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 Mohawkite and Hanksite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Mohawkite- Cu3As
• Chemical formula of Hanksite- KNa22(SO4)9(CO3)2Cl

Mohawkite and Hanksite Specific Gravity

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