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Citrine and Hauyne Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Not Available
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
Not Available
Gelatinises in acids
1.3 Durability
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Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
2.65
2.4-2.5
1.5 Fracture
ConchoidalMichael O’Donoghue, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006), Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Uneven, Conchoidal, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
Indiscernible
Distinct on {110}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
7
5-6
1.8 Chemical Composition
SiO2
(Na,Ca)4-8Al6Si6(O,S)24(SO4,Cl)1-2

Citrine and Hauyne Chemical Formula

While comparing Citrine 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 Citrine and Hauyne chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Citrine- SiO2
  • Chemical formula of Hauyne- (Na,Ca)4-8Al6Si6(O,S)24(SO4,Cl)1-2

Citrine and Hauyne Specific Gravity

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