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Austinite
Austinite

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Austinite and Hexagonite Physical Properties

Physical Properties

Tenacity

Brittle
Brittle

Solubility

Easily soluble in cold dilute HCl
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Durability

-
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Specific Gravity

4.122.98-3.03
1 7.18
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Fracture

Uneven
Uneven

Cleavage

Good in two directions parallel to the prism faces {110}
[110] perfect; [010] distinct

Mohs Hardness

4-4.55-6
2 10
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Chemical Composition

CaZn(AsO4)(OH)
Ca 2Mg 5Si 8O 22(OH) 2Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.

Austinite and Hexagonite Chemical Formula

While comparing Austinite and Hexagonite 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 Austinite and Hexagonite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Austinite- CaZn(AsO4)(OH)
  • Chemical formula of Hexagonite- Ca 2Mg 5Si 8O 22(OH) 2Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.

Austinite and Hexagonite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Austinite and Hexagonite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Austinite and Hexagonite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Austinite is 2.98-3.03 whereas that of Hexagonite is 2.98-3.03.