Hauyne and Londonite Physical Properties

Hauyne and Londonite Chemical Formula

While comparing Hauyne and Londonite 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 Londonite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Hauyne- (Na,Ca)4-8Al6Si6(O,S)24(SO4,Cl)1-2
• Chemical formula of Londonite- (Cs,K,Rb)Al 4Be 4(B,Be) 12O 28Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Hauyne and Londonite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Hauyne and Londonite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Hauyne and Londonite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Hauyne is 3.34 whereas that of Londonite is 3.34.