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Zinnwaldite and Hanksite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Elastic
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
Not Available
Readily soluble in water
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
2.9-3.1
2.562
1.5 Fracture
Uneven
Uneven, Conchoidal, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
Perfect basal {001}
Good on {0001}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
3.5-4.0
3-3.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
Not Available
KNa22(SO4)9(CO3)2Cl

Zinnwaldite and Hanksite Chemical Formula

While comparing Zinnwaldite 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 Zinnwaldite and Hanksite chemical formula.

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  • Chemical formula of Hanksite- KNa22(SO4)9(CO3)2Cl

Zinnwaldite and Hanksite Specific Gravity

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