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Hauyne and Cinnabar Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
Slightly sectile
1.2 Solubility
Gelatinises in acids
1.04 x 10−25 g per 100 ml water (Ksp at 25°C = 2 x 10−32)
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
2.4-2.5
2
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal, Brittle
Uneven, Uneven, Gemstones (2009), Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
Distinct on {110}
Prismatic {10 1 0}, perfect
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5-6
2-2.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
(Na,Ca)4-8Al6Si6(O,S)24(SO4,Cl)1-2
HgSMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Hauyne and Cinnabar Chemical Formula

While comparing Hauyne and Cinnabar 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 Cinnabar chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Hauyne- (Na,Ca)4-8Al6Si6(O,S)24(SO4,Cl)1-2
  • Chemical formula of Cinnabar- HgSMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Hauyne and Cinnabar Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Hauyne and Cinnabar Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Hauyne and Cinnabar Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Hauyne is 2 whereas that of Cinnabar is 2.