Hauyne and Phenakite Physical Properties
Solubility
Gelatinises in acids
Not Available
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
2.4-2.5
2.90-2.98
Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal, Brittle
Conchoidal, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001), Brittle
Cleavage
Distinct on {110}
Distinct on {11 2 0}, imperfect on {10 1 1}
Chemical Composition
(Na,Ca)4-8Al6Si6(O,S)24(SO4,Cl)1-2
Be 2SiO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Hauyne and Phenakite Chemical Formula
While comparing Hauyne and Phenakite 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 Phenakite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Hauyne- (Na,Ca)4-8Al6Si6(O,S)24(SO4,Cl)1-2
- Chemical formula of Phenakite- Be 2SiO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Hauyne and Phenakite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Hauyne and Phenakite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Hauyne and Phenakite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Hauyne is 2.90-2.98 whereas that of Phenakite is 2.90-2.98.