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Hauyne and Apache Tear Physical Properties


Apache Tear and Hauyne Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle  
-  

Solubility
Gelatinises in acids  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
2.4-2.5  
-9999  

Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal  
Conchoidal  

Cleavage
Distinct on {110}  
None  

Mohs Hardness
5-6  
5-5.5  

Chemical Composition
(Na,Ca)4-8Al6Si6(O,S)24(SO4,Cl)1-2  
-  

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Hauyne and Apache Tear Chemical Formula

While comparing Hauyne and Apache Tear 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 Apache Tear chemical formula.

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Hauyne and Apache Tear Specific Gravity

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

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