Hauyne and Pyrite Physical Properties
Solubility
Gelatinises in acids
insoluble in water
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
2.4-2.5
5.00-5.20
Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal, Brittle
Uneven, Conchoidal, Uneven, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references, Brittle
Cleavage
Distinct on {110}
Indistinct on {001}; partings on {011} and {111}
Chemical Composition
(Na,Ca)4-8Al6Si6(O,S)24(SO4,Cl)1-2
FeS 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Hauyne and Pyrite Chemical Formula
While comparing Hauyne and Pyrite 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 Pyrite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Hauyne- (Na,Ca)4-8Al6Si6(O,S)24(SO4,Cl)1-2
- Chemical formula of Pyrite- FeS 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Hauyne and Pyrite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Hauyne and Pyrite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Hauyne and Pyrite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Hauyne is 5.00-5.20 whereas that of Pyrite is 5.00-5.20.