Serandite and Hanksite Physical Properties

Serandite and Hanksite Chemical Formula

While comparing Serandite 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 Serandite and Hanksite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Serandite- Na(Mn2+ ,Ca) 2Si 3O 8(OH)Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
• Chemical formula of Hanksite- KNa22(SO4)9(CO3)2Cl

Serandite and Hanksite Specific Gravity

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