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Hauyne and Corundum Physical Properties


Corundum and Hauyne Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle   
Brittle   

Solubility
Gelatinises in acids   
insoluble   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
2.4-2.5   
3.90-4.05   

Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal, Brittle   
Uneven, Uneven, Gems, Difficult, Fibrous   

Cleavage
Distinct on {110}   
None – parting in 3 directions   

Mohs Hardness
5-6   
9   

Chemical Composition
(Na,Ca)4-8Al6Si6(O,S)24(SO4,Cl)1-2   
Al 2O 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)   

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Hauyne and Corundum Chemical Formula

While comparing Hauyne and Corundum 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 Corundum chemical formula.

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Hauyne and Corundum Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Hauyne and Corundum Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Hauyne and Corundum Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Hauyne is 3.90-4.05 whereas that of Corundum is 3.90-4.05.

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