Hauyne and Boracite Physical Properties
Solubility
Gelatinises in acids
Soluble
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
2.4-2.5
2.95-2.96
Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal, Brittle
Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Conchoidal
Cleavage
Distinct on {110}
None
Chemical Composition
(Na,Ca)4-8Al6Si6(O,S)24(SO4,Cl)1-2
Mg 3B 7O 13ClMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Hauyne and Boracite Chemical Formula
While comparing Hauyne and Boracite 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 Boracite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Hauyne- (Na,Ca)4-8Al6Si6(O,S)24(SO4,Cl)1-2
- Chemical formula of Boracite- Mg 3B 7O 13ClMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Hauyne and Boracite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Hauyne and Boracite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Hauyne and Boracite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Hauyne is 2.95-2.96 whereas that of Boracite is 2.95-2.96.