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Hauyne and Hanksite Physical Properties


Hanksite and Hauyne Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle   
Brittle   

Solubility
Gelatinises in acids   
Readily soluble in water   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
2.4-2.5   
2.562   

Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal, Brittle   
Uneven, Conchoidal, Brittle   

Cleavage
Distinct on {110}   
Good on {0001}   

Mohs Hardness
5-6   
3-3.5   

Chemical Composition
(Na,Ca)4-8Al6Si6(O,S)24(SO4,Cl)1-2   
KNa22(SO4)9(CO3)2Cl   

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Hauyne and Hanksite Chemical Formula

While comparing Hauyne and Hanksite 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 Hanksite chemical formula.

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Hauyne and Hanksite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Hauyne and Hanksite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Hauyne and Hanksite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Hauyne is 2.562 whereas that of Hanksite is 2.562.

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