Hauyne and Iolite Physical Properties

Hauyne

Iolite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Brittle

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1.2 Solubility

Gelatinises in acids

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1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

2.4-2.52.6-2.7

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Uneven, Conchoidal, Brittle

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1.6 Cleavage

Distinct on {110}

3,1

1.7 Mohs Hardness

5-67-7.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

(Na,Ca)4-8Al6Si6(O,S)24(SO4,Cl)1-2

Mg₂Al₄Si₅O₁₈

Hauyne and Iolite Chemical Formula

While comparing Hauyne and Iolite 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 Iolite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Hauyne- (Na,Ca)4-8Al6Si6(O,S)24(SO4,Cl)1-2
Chemical formula of Iolite- Mg₂Al₄Si₅O₁₈

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Hauyne and Iolite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Hauyne and Iolite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Hauyne and Iolite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Hauyne is 2.6-2.7 whereas that of Iolite is 2.6-2.7.