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Corundum and Hauyne Physical Properties


Hauyne and Corundum Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle   
Brittle   

Solubility
insoluble   
Gelatinises in acids   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
3.90-4.05   
2.4-2.5   

Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, Gems, Difficult, Fibrous   
Uneven, Conchoidal, Brittle   

Cleavage
None – parting in 3 directions   
Distinct on {110}   

Mohs Hardness
9   
5-6   

Chemical Composition
Al 2O 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)   
(Na,Ca)4-8Al6Si6(O,S)24(SO4,Cl)1-2   

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Corundum and Hauyne Chemical Formula

While comparing Corundum 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 Corundum and Hauyne chemical formula.

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Corundum and Hauyne Specific Gravity

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

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