Hauyne and Onyx Physical Properties
Tenacity
Brittle
  
Not Available
  
Solubility
Gelatinises in acids
  
Not Available
  
Durability
Not Available
  
Not Available
  
Specific Gravity
2.4-2.5
  
2.55-2.70
  
Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal, Brittle
  
Not Available
  
Cleavage
Distinct on {110}
  
Indiscernible
  
Mohs Hardness
5-6
  
6.5-7
  
Chemical Composition
(Na,Ca)4-8Al6Si6(O,S)24(SO4,Cl)1-2
  
SiO2
  
Hauyne and Onyx Chemical Formula
While comparing Hauyne and Onyx 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 Onyx chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Hauyne- (Na,Ca)4-8Al6Si6(O,S)24(SO4,Cl)1-2
- Chemical formula of Onyx- SiO2
Hauyne and Onyx Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Hauyne and Onyx Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Hauyne and Onyx Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Hauyne is 2.55-2.70 whereas that of Onyx is 2.55-2.70.