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Hauyne and Actinolite Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
Not Available
1.2 Solubility
Gelatinises in acids
Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
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1.4 Specific Gravity
2.4-2.53.00
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal, Brittle
Uneven, UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Splintery
1.6 Cleavage
Distinct on {110}
perfect along {110}.
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5-65-6
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
(Na,Ca)4-8Al6Si6(O,S)24(SO4,Cl)1-2
Ca 2(Mg,Fe) 5Si 8O 22(OH) 2Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.

Hauyne and Actinolite Chemical Formula

While comparing Hauyne and Actinolite 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 Hauyne and Actinolite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Hauyne- (Na,Ca)4-8Al6Si6(O,S)24(SO4,Cl)1-2
  • Chemical formula of Actinolite- Ca 2(Mg,Fe) 5Si 8O 22(OH) 2Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.

Hauyne and Actinolite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Hauyne and Actinolite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Hauyne and Actinolite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Hauyne is 3.00 whereas that of Actinolite is 3.00.