Hauyne and Rhodolite Physical Properties

Hauyne

Rhodolite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Brittle

Not Available

1.2 Solubility

Gelatinises in acids

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

2.4-2.53.84

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Uneven, Conchoidal, Brittle

Conchoidal

1.6 Cleavage

Distinct on {110}

none, may show indistinct parting

1.7 Mohs Hardness

5-67-7.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

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

(Mg,Fe)₃Al₂Si₃O₁₂

Hauyne and Rhodolite Chemical Formula

While comparing Hauyne and Rhodolite 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 Rhodolite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Hauyne- (Na,Ca)4-8Al6Si6(O,S)24(SO4,Cl)1-2
Chemical formula of Rhodolite- (Mg,Fe)₃Al₂Si₃O₁₂

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Hauyne and Rhodolite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Hauyne and Rhodolite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Hauyne and Rhodolite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Hauyne is 3.84 whereas that of Rhodolite is 3.84.