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Hauyne and Emerald 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
Not Available
Hard
1.4 Specific Gravity
2.4-2.5
2.67-2.78
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal, Brittle
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001)
1.6 Cleavage
Distinct on {110}
Imperfect on the [0001]
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5-6
7.5-8
1.8 Chemical Composition
(Na,Ca)4-8Al6Si6(O,S)24(SO4,Cl)1-2
Be3Al2SiO6

Hauyne and Emerald Chemical Formula

While comparing Hauyne and Emerald 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 Emerald chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Hauyne- (Na,Ca)4-8Al6Si6(O,S)24(SO4,Cl)1-2
  • Chemical formula of Emerald- Be3Al2SiO6

Hauyne and Emerald Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Hauyne and Emerald Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Hauyne and Emerald Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Hauyne is 2.67-2.78 whereas that of Emerald is 2.67-2.78.