Achroite and Hauyne Physical Properties
Tenacity
Not Available
Brittle
Solubility
Not Available
Gelatinises in acids
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
2.90-3.40
2.4-2.5
Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001)
Uneven, Conchoidal, Brittle
Cleavage
Not Available
Distinct on {110}
Chemical Composition
Na(Li 1.5Al 1.5)Al 6(Si 6O 18)(BO 3) 3(OH) 3(OH)Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012) Formula given for elbaite.
(Na,Ca)4-8Al6Si6(O,S)24(SO4,Cl)1-2
Achroite and Hauyne Chemical Formula
While comparing Achroite and Hauyne 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 Achroite and Hauyne chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Achroite- Na(Li 1.5Al 1.5)Al 6(Si 6O 18)(BO 3) 3(OH) 3(OH)Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012) Formula given for elbaite.
- Chemical formula of Hauyne- (Na,Ca)4-8Al6Si6(O,S)24(SO4,Cl)1-2
Achroite and Hauyne Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Achroite and Hauyne Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Achroite and Hauyne Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Achroite is 2.4-2.5 whereas that of Hauyne is 2.4-2.5.