Hauyne and Chrysotile Physical Properties

Hauyne

Chrysotile

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Brittle

Not Available

1.2 Solubility

Gelatinises in acids

insoluble in water

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

2.4-2.52.51-2.63

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Uneven, Conchoidal, Brittle

Fibrous

1.6 Cleavage

Distinct on {110}

Not Available

1.7 Mohs Hardness

5-62.5-4.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

(Na,Ca)4-8Al6Si6(O,S)24(SO4,Cl)1-2

Mg 3(Si 2O 5)(OH) 4Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)

Hauyne and Chrysotile Chemical Formula

While comparing Hauyne and Chrysotile 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 Chrysotile chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Hauyne- (Na,Ca)4-8Al6Si6(O,S)24(SO4,Cl)1-2
Chemical formula of Chrysotile- Mg 3(Si 2O 5)(OH) 4Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)

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Hauyne and Chrysotile Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Hauyne and Chrysotile Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Hauyne and Chrysotile Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Hauyne is 2.51-2.63 whereas that of Chrysotile is 2.51-2.63.