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Hauyne and Smithsonite Physical Properties

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
2.4-2.54.00-4.65
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal, Brittle
Uneven, Sub-Conchoidal, UnevenWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references, Brittle, Metallic
1.6 Cleavage
Distinct on {110}
Perfect on [1011]
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5-65-5.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
(Na,Ca)4-8Al6Si6(O,S)24(SO4,Cl)1-2
ZnCO 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Hauyne and Smithsonite Chemical Formula

While comparing Hauyne and Smithsonite 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 Smithsonite chemical formula.

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

Hauyne and Smithsonite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Hauyne and Smithsonite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Hauyne and Smithsonite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Hauyne is 4.00-4.65 whereas that of Smithsonite is 4.00-4.65.