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Hauyne and Cavansite Physical Properties

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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
2.4-2.52.25-2.33
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal, Brittle
Brittle, Metallic, Brittle, Metallic
1.6 Cleavage
Distinct on {110}
Good on {010}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5-63-4
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
(Na,Ca)4-8Al6Si6(O,S)24(SO4,Cl)1-2
Ca(VO)Si4O10•4(H2O)

Hauyne and Cavansite Chemical Formula

While comparing Hauyne and Cavansite 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 Cavansite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Hauyne- (Na,Ca)4-8Al6Si6(O,S)24(SO4,Cl)1-2
  • Chemical formula of Cavansite- Ca(VO)Si4O10•4(H2O)

Hauyne and Cavansite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Hauyne and Cavansite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Hauyne and Cavansite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Hauyne is 2.25-2.33 whereas that of Cavansite is 2.25-2.33.