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Hauyne and Gahnite Physical Properties

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Physical Properties

Tenacity

Solubility

Durability

Specific Gravity

Fracture

Cleavage

Mohs Hardness

Chemical Composition

 
Brittle
Gelatinises in acids
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2.4-2.5
Uneven, Conchoidal
Distinct on {110}
5-6
(Na,Ca)4-8Al6Si6(O,S)24(SO4,Cl)1-2
 
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4.00-4.62
Conchoidal, Uneven
Indistinct parting on [111]
7.5-8
ZnAl 2O 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Hauyne and Gahnite Chemical Formula

While comparing Hauyne and Gahnite 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 Gahnite chemical formula.

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Hauyne and Gahnite Specific Gravity

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