Esperite and Hauyne Physical Properties
Tenacity
Not Available
Brittle
Solubility
Not Available
Gelatinises in acids
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
4.28-4.42
2.4-2.5
Fracture
Conchoidal, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle, Metallic
Uneven, Conchoidal, Brittle
Cleavage
Distinct on [010] and [100] poor on [101]
Distinct on {110}
Chemical Composition
PbCa 3Zn 4(SiO 4) 4Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
(Na,Ca)4-8Al6Si6(O,S)24(SO4,Cl)1-2
Esperite and Hauyne Chemical Formula
While comparing Esperite 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 Esperite and Hauyne chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Esperite- PbCa 3Zn 4(SiO 4) 4Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
- Chemical formula of Hauyne- (Na,Ca)4-8Al6Si6(O,S)24(SO4,Cl)1-2
Esperite and Hauyne Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Esperite and Hauyne Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Esperite and Hauyne Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Esperite is 2.4-2.5 whereas that of Hauyne is 2.4-2.5.