Hauyne and Lazulite Physical Properties

Hauyne

Lazulite

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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

2.4-2.53.04-3.17

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Uneven, Conchoidal, Brittle

Uneven, Uneven, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references

1.6 Cleavage

Distinct on {110}

{001} Indistinct, {???} Indistinct

1.7 Mohs Hardness

5-65.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

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

(Mg,Fe)Al 2(PO 4) 2(OH) 2Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009) More from other references

Hauyne and Lazulite Chemical Formula

While comparing Hauyne and Lazulite 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 Lazulite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Hauyne- (Na,Ca)4-8Al6Si6(O,S)24(SO4,Cl)1-2
Chemical formula of Lazulite- (Mg,Fe)Al 2(PO 4) 2(OH) 2Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009) More from other references

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Hauyne and Lazulite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Hauyne and Lazulite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Hauyne and Lazulite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Hauyne is 3.04-3.17 whereas that of Lazulite is 3.04-3.17.