Smithsonite and Hanksite Physical Properties

Smithsonite and Hanksite Chemical Formula

While comparing Smithsonite 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 Smithsonite and Hanksite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Smithsonite- ZnCO 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
• Chemical formula of Hanksite- KNa22(SO4)9(CO3)2Cl

Smithsonite and Hanksite Specific Gravity

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