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Brucite and Hauyne Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Sectile
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
Not Available
Gelatinises in acids
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
2.392.4-2.5
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Irregular
Uneven, Conchoidal, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
Perfect on {0001}
Distinct on {110}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
2.55-6
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
Mg(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
(Na,Ca)4-8Al6Si6(O,S)24(SO4,Cl)1-2

Brucite and Hauyne Chemical Formula

While comparing Brucite 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 Brucite and Hauyne chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Brucite- Mg(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
  • Chemical formula of Hauyne- (Na,Ca)4-8Al6Si6(O,S)24(SO4,Cl)1-2

Brucite and Hauyne Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Brucite and Hauyne Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Brucite and Hauyne Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Brucite is 2.4-2.5 whereas that of Hauyne is 2.4-2.5.