Hauyne and Pearl Physical Properties
Tenacity
Brittle
  
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Solubility
Gelatinises in acids
  
Not Available
  
Durability
Not Available
  
Not Available
  
Specific Gravity
2.4-2.5
  
2.60-2.85
  
Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal, Brittle
  
Gemstones of the world (2001), UnevenWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001)
  
Cleavage
Distinct on {110}
  
none
  
Mohs Hardness
5-6
  
2.5-4.5
  
Chemical Composition
(Na,Ca)4-8Al6Si6(O,S)24(SO4,Cl)1-2
  
Not Available
  
Hauyne and Pearl Chemical Formula
While comparing Hauyne and Pearl 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 Pearl chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Hauyne- (Na,Ca)4-8Al6Si6(O,S)24(SO4,Cl)1-2
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Hauyne and Pearl Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Hauyne and Pearl Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Hauyne and Pearl Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Hauyne is 2.60-2.85 whereas that of Pearl is 2.60-2.85.