Petalite and Hawks Eye Physical Properties

Petalite and Hawks Eye Chemical Formula

While comparing Petalite 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 Petalite and Hawks Eye chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Petalite- LiAlSi 4O 10Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
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Petalite and Hawks Eye Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Petalite and Hawks Eye Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Petalite and Hawks Eye Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Petalite is Not Available whereas that of Hawks Eye is Not Available.