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Hauyne and Carletonite 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
2.45
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal, Brittle
Conchoidal, Conchoidal, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
Distinct on {110}
Perfect on {001}, good on {110}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5-6
4-4.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
(Na,Ca)4-8Al6Si6(O,S)24(SO4,Cl)1-2
KNa 4Ca 4Si 8O 18(CO 3) 4(OH,F) · H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Hauyne and Carletonite Chemical Formula

While comparing Hauyne and Carletonite 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 Carletonite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Hauyne- (Na,Ca)4-8Al6Si6(O,S)24(SO4,Cl)1-2
  • Chemical formula of Carletonite- KNa 4Ca 4Si 8O 18(CO 3) 4(OH,F) · H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Hauyne and Carletonite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Hauyne and Carletonite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Hauyne and Carletonite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Hauyne is 2.45 whereas that of Carletonite is 2.45.