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Hauyne and Prehnite Physical Properties


Prehnite and Hauyne Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle   
Brittle   

Solubility
Gelatinises in acids   
Not Available   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
2.4-2.5   
2.80-2.95   

Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal, Brittle   
Uneven, Yellow, White, UnevenWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references, Brittle, Metallic   

Cleavage
Distinct on {110}   
Distinct on [001]   

Mohs Hardness
5-6   
6-6.5   

Chemical Composition
(Na,Ca)4-8Al6Si6(O,S)24(SO4,Cl)1-2   
Ca2Al2Si3O12(OH)   

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Hauyne and Prehnite Chemical Formula

While comparing Hauyne and Prehnite 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 Prehnite chemical formula.

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Hauyne and Prehnite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Hauyne and Prehnite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Hauyne and Prehnite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Hauyne is 2.80-2.95 whereas that of Prehnite is 2.80-2.95.

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