Variscite and Hanksite Physical Properties

Variscite and Hanksite Chemical Formula

While comparing Variscite 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 Variscite and Hanksite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Variscite- AlPO₄ · 2(H₂O)
• Chemical formula of Hanksite- KNa22(SO4)9(CO3)2Cl

Variscite and Hanksite Specific Gravity

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