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Hauyne and Albite Physical Properties


Albite and Hauyne Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle  
Brittle  

Solubility
Gelatinises in acids  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
2.4-2.5  
2.60-2.65  

Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal  
Uneven, Conchoidal  

Cleavage
Distinct on {110}  
Perfect on {001}, very good on {010}, imperfect on {110}  

Mohs Hardness
5-6  
6-6.5  

Chemical Composition
(Na,Ca)4-8Al6Si6(O,S)24(SO4,Cl)1-2  
NaAlSi 3O 8Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)  

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Hauyne and Albite Chemical Formula

While comparing Hauyne and Albite 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 Albite chemical formula.

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Hauyne and Albite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Hauyne and Albite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Hauyne and Albite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Hauyne is 2.60-2.65 whereas that of Albite is 2.60-2.65.

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