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Hauyne and Pyrophyllite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
Not Available
1.2 Solubility
Gelatinises in acids
Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
2.4-2.52.65-2.90
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal, Brittle
Gemstones (2009), Flexible Flexible fragments.
1.6 Cleavage
Distinct on {110}
{001} Perfect
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5-6Not Available
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
(Na,Ca)4-8Al6Si6(O,S)24(SO4,Cl)1-2
Al 2Si 4O 10(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Hauyne and Pyrophyllite Chemical Formula

While comparing Hauyne and Pyrophyllite 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 Pyrophyllite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Hauyne- (Na,Ca)4-8Al6Si6(O,S)24(SO4,Cl)1-2
  • Chemical formula of Pyrophyllite- Al 2Si 4O 10(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Hauyne and Pyrophyllite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Hauyne and Pyrophyllite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Hauyne and Pyrophyllite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Hauyne is 2.65-2.90 whereas that of Pyrophyllite is 2.65-2.90.