Hauyne and Nickeline Physical Properties

Hauyne

Nickeline

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Brittle

1.2 Solubility

Gelatinises in acids

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1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

2.4-2.5Not Available

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Uneven, Conchoidal, Brittle

Conchoidal, Uneven

1.6 Cleavage

Distinct on {110}

{1010} Imperfect, {0001} Imperfect

1.7 Mohs Hardness

5-65-5.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

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

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Hauyne and Nickeline Chemical Formula

While comparing Hauyne and Nickeline 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 Nickeline chemical formula.

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

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Hauyne and Nickeline Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Hauyne and Nickeline Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Hauyne and Nickeline Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Hauyne is Not Available whereas that of Nickeline is Not Available.