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Hauyne and Hercynite Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
Not Available
1.2 Solubility
Gelatinises in acids
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
2.4-2.54.39
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal, Brittle
ConchoidalGemdat.org, Uneven
1.6 Cleavage
Distinct on {110}
{111} Indistinct, {111} Indistinct, {111} Indistinct
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5-67.5-8
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
(Na,Ca)4-8Al6Si6(O,S)24(SO4,Cl)1-2
Fe2+ Al 2O 4Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)

Hauyne and Hercynite Chemical Formula

While comparing Hauyne and Hercynite 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 Hercynite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Hauyne- (Na,Ca)4-8Al6Si6(O,S)24(SO4,Cl)1-2
  • Chemical formula of Hercynite- Fe2+ Al 2O 4Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)

Hauyne and Hercynite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Hauyne and Hercynite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Hauyne and Hercynite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Hauyne is 4.39 whereas that of Hercynite is 4.39.