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Hauyne and Proustite Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
Gelatinises in acids
Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
2.4-2.55.51-5.64
Amber
1 7.18
1.10 Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal, Brittle
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle
1.11 Cleavage
Distinct on {110}
Distinct on {10 1 1}
1.12 Mohs Hardness
5-62.5
Amber
2 10
2.5 Chemical Composition
(Na,Ca)4-8Al6Si6(O,S)24(SO4,Cl)1-2
Ag 3AsS 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Hauyne and Proustite Chemical Formula

While comparing Hauyne and Proustite 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 Proustite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Hauyne- (Na,Ca)4-8Al6Si6(O,S)24(SO4,Cl)1-2
  • Chemical formula of Proustite- Ag 3AsS 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Hauyne and Proustite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Hauyne and Proustite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Hauyne and Proustite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Hauyne is 5.51-5.64 whereas that of Proustite is 5.51-5.64.