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Hauyne and Grandidierite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
Not Available
1.2 Solubility
Gelatinises in acids
Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
2.4-2.52.85-3.00
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal, Brittle
Brittle, UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Uneven
1.6 Cleavage
Distinct on {110}
Perfect
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5-67.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
(Na,Ca)4-8Al6Si6(O,S)24(SO4,Cl)1-2
(Mg,Fe)Al 3(BO 4)(SiO 4)OUlrich Henn and Claudio C.

Hauyne and Grandidierite Chemical Formula

While comparing Hauyne and Grandidierite 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 Grandidierite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Hauyne- (Na,Ca)4-8Al6Si6(O,S)24(SO4,Cl)1-2
  • Chemical formula of Grandidierite- (Mg,Fe)Al 3(BO 4)(SiO 4)OUlrich Henn and Claudio C.

Hauyne and Grandidierite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Hauyne and Grandidierite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Hauyne and Grandidierite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Hauyne is 2.85-3.00 whereas that of Grandidierite is 2.85-3.00.