Hauyne and Hematite Physical Properties
Solubility
Gelatinises in acids
Not Available
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
2.4-2.5
5.00-5.30
Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal, Brittle
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references, Conchoidal, Brittle
Cleavage
Distinct on {110}
None, may show partings on {0001} and {10 1 1}
Chemical Composition
(Na,Ca)4-8Al6Si6(O,S)24(SO4,Cl)1-2
Fe 2O 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
Hauyne and Hematite Chemical Formula
While comparing Hauyne and Hematite 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 Hematite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Hauyne- (Na,Ca)4-8Al6Si6(O,S)24(SO4,Cl)1-2
- Chemical formula of Hematite- Fe 2O 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
Hauyne and Hematite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Hauyne and Hematite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Hauyne and Hematite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Hauyne is 5.00-5.30 whereas that of Hematite is 5.00-5.30.