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Hauyne and Charoite Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
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1.2 Solubility
Gelatinises in acids
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
2.4-2.52.54-2.78
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal, Brittle
Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
1.6 Cleavage
Distinct on {110}
Good in three directions
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5-65-6
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
(Na,Ca)4-8Al6Si6(O,S)24(SO4,Cl)1-2
K(Ca,Na) 2Si 4O 10(OH,F) · H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Hauyne and Charoite Chemical Formula

While comparing Hauyne and Charoite 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 Charoite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Hauyne- (Na,Ca)4-8Al6Si6(O,S)24(SO4,Cl)1-2
  • Chemical formula of Charoite- K(Ca,Na) 2Si 4O 10(OH,F) · H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Hauyne and Charoite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Hauyne and Charoite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Hauyne and Charoite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Hauyne is 2.54-2.78 whereas that of Charoite is 2.54-2.78.