Hauyne and Moroxite Physical Properties
Tenacity
Brittle
Not Available
Solubility
Gelatinises in acids
Not Available
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
2.4-2.5
3.13-3.26
Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal, Brittle
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Cleavage
Distinct on {110}
Not Available
Mohs Hardness
5-6
Not Available
Chemical Composition
(Na,Ca)4-8Al6Si6(O,S)24(SO4,Cl)1-2
Ca 5(F,Cl)(PO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
Hauyne and Moroxite Chemical Formula
While comparing Hauyne and Moroxite 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 Moroxite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Hauyne- (Na,Ca)4-8Al6Si6(O,S)24(SO4,Cl)1-2
- Chemical formula of Moroxite- Ca 5(F,Cl)(PO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
Hauyne and Moroxite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Hauyne and Moroxite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Hauyne and Moroxite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Hauyne is 3.13-3.26 whereas that of Moroxite is 3.13-3.26.