Hauyne and Seraphinite Physical Properties

Hauyne and Seraphinite Chemical Formula

While comparing Hauyne and Seraphinite 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 Seraphinite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Hauyne- (Na,Ca)4-8Al6Si6(O,S)24(SO4,Cl)1-2
• Chemical formula of Seraphinite- (Mg,Fe2+ ) 5Al(Si 3Al)O 10(OH) 8Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Hauyne and Seraphinite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Hauyne and Seraphinite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Hauyne and Seraphinite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Hauyne is 2.60-3.02 whereas that of Seraphinite is 2.60-3.02.