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Hauyne and Bustamite Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
Not Available
1.2 Solubility
Gelatinises in acids
Partly soluble in HCl.
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
2.4-2.5
3.32-3.43
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal, Brittle
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
1.6 Cleavage
Distinct on {110}
{100} perfect; {110} and {1 1 0} good; {010} poor
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5-6
5.5-6
1.8 Chemical Composition
(Na,Ca)4-8Al6Si6(O,S)24(SO4,Cl)1-2
(Ca,Mn2+ )Si 3O 9Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Hauyne and Bustamite Chemical Formula

While comparing Hauyne and Bustamite 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 Bustamite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Hauyne- (Na,Ca)4-8Al6Si6(O,S)24(SO4,Cl)1-2
  • Chemical formula of Bustamite- (Ca,Mn2+ )Si 3O 9Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Hauyne and Bustamite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Hauyne and Bustamite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Hauyne and Bustamite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Hauyne is 3.32-3.43 whereas that of Bustamite is 3.32-3.43.