Piemontite and Hbnerite Physical Properties

Piemontite and Hbnerite Chemical Formula

While comparing Piemontite and Hbnerite 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 Piemontite and Hbnerite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Piemontite- Ca2Al3(SiO4)(Si2O7)O(OH)
• Chemical formula of Hbnerite- MnWO₄

Piemontite and Hbnerite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Piemontite and Hbnerite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Piemontite and Hbnerite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Piemontite is 7.12-7.18 whereas that of Hbnerite is 7.12-7.18.