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Hauyne and Polyhalite Physical Properties


Polyhalite and Hauyne Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle  
Brittle  

Solubility
Gelatinises in acids  
Soluble  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
2.4-2.5  
2.78  

Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal  
Conchoidal  

Cleavage
Distinct on {110}  
Perfect on {10 1 }; parting on {010}  

Mohs Hardness
5-6  
3.5  

Chemical Composition
(Na,Ca)4-8Al6Si6(O,S)24(SO4,Cl)1-2  
K2Ca2Mg(SO4)4·2H2O  

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Hauyne and Polyhalite Chemical Formula

While comparing Hauyne and Polyhalite 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 Polyhalite chemical formula.

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Hauyne and Polyhalite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Hauyne and Polyhalite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Hauyne and Polyhalite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Hauyne is 2.78 whereas that of Polyhalite is 2.78.

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