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Hauyne and Beryllonite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
Gelatinises in acids
Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
2.4-2.5
2.79-2.87
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal, Brittle
Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Conchoidal
1.6 Cleavage
Distinct on {110}
{010} perfect; {100} good, interrupted; {101} indistinct; {001} in traces
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5-6
5.5-6
1.8 Chemical Composition
(Na,Ca)4-8Al6Si6(O,S)24(SO4,Cl)1-2
NaBePO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Hauyne and Beryllonite Chemical Formula

While comparing Hauyne and Beryllonite 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 Beryllonite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Hauyne- (Na,Ca)4-8Al6Si6(O,S)24(SO4,Cl)1-2
  • Chemical formula of Beryllonite- NaBePO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Hauyne and Beryllonite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Hauyne and Beryllonite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Hauyne and Beryllonite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Hauyne is 2.79-2.87 whereas that of Beryllonite is 2.79-2.87.