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Hauyne and Biotite Physical Properties


Biotite and Hauyne Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle  
Brittle  

Solubility
Gelatinises in acids  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
2.4-2.5  
2.7-3.3  

Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal  
Uneven, Even  

Cleavage
Distinct on {110}  
Perfect on the {001}  

Mohs Hardness
5-6  
2.5-3.0  

Chemical Composition
(Na,Ca)4-8Al6Si6(O,S)24(SO4,Cl)1-2  
K(Mg,Fe++)3[AlSi3O10(OH,F)2  

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Hauyne and Biotite Chemical Formula

While comparing Hauyne and Biotite 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 Biotite chemical formula.

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Hauyne and Biotite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Hauyne and Biotite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Hauyne and Biotite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Hauyne is 2.7-3.3 whereas that of Biotite is 2.7-3.3.

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