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Hauyne
Hauyne

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Hauyne and Black Opal 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
2.4-2.51.97-2.22
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal, Brittle
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
1.6 Cleavage
Distinct on {110}
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1.7 Mohs Hardness
5-66-6.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
(Na,Ca)4-8Al6Si6(O,S)24(SO4,Cl)1-2
SiO 2 + H 2OUlrich Henn and Claudio C.

Hauyne and Black Opal Chemical Formula

While comparing Hauyne and Black Opal 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 Black Opal chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Hauyne- (Na,Ca)4-8Al6Si6(O,S)24(SO4,Cl)1-2
  • Chemical formula of Black Opal- SiO 2 + H 2OUlrich Henn and Claudio C.

Hauyne and Black Opal Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Hauyne and Black Opal Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Hauyne and Black Opal Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Hauyne is 1.97-2.22 whereas that of Black Opal is 1.97-2.22.