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Alunite and Hayne Physical Properties


Hayne and Alunite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle   
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Solubility
Soluble   
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Durability
Not Available   
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Specific Gravity
2.6-2.9   
2.40-2.50   

Fracture
Conchoidal, Uneven   
Not Available   

Cleavage
On {0001}, perfect   
Not Available   

Mohs Hardness
3.5-4   
5.5-6   

Chemical Composition
KAl3(SO4)2(OH)6   
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Alunite and Hayne Chemical Formula

While comparing Alunite and Hayne 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 Alunite and Hayne chemical formula.

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Alunite and Hayne Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Alunite and Hayne Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Alunite and Hayne Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Alunite is 2.40-2.50 whereas that of Hayne is 2.40-2.50.

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