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Hauyne and Gyrolite Physical Properties


Gyrolite and Hauyne Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle   
Brittle   

Solubility
Gelatinises in acids   
Not Available   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
2.4-2.5   
2.48   

Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal, Brittle   
Brittle, Uneven, Brittle, Uneven   

Cleavage
Distinct on {110}   
Perfect on {001}   

Mohs Hardness
5-6   
2   

Chemical Composition
(Na,Ca)4-8Al6Si6(O,S)24(SO4,Cl)1-2   
NaCa16Si23AlO60(OH)8•64(H2O)   

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Hauyne and Gyrolite Chemical Formula

While comparing Hauyne and Gyrolite 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 Gyrolite chemical formula.

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Hauyne and Gyrolite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Hauyne and Gyrolite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Hauyne and Gyrolite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Hauyne is 2.48 whereas that of Gyrolite is 2.48.

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