Hauyne and Stichtite Physical Properties

Hauyne

Stichtite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Brittle

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1.2 Solubility

Gelatinises in acids

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

2.4-2.52.11-2.20

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Uneven, Conchoidal, Brittle

UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Uneven

1.6 Cleavage

Distinct on {110}

Perfect on {0001}

1.7 Mohs Hardness

5-6Not Available

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

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

Mg 6Cr 2(CO 3)(OH) 16 · 4H 2OMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Hauyne and Stichtite Chemical Formula

While comparing Hauyne and Stichtite 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 Stichtite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Hauyne- (Na,Ca)4-8Al6Si6(O,S)24(SO4,Cl)1-2
Chemical formula of Stichtite- Mg 6Cr 2(CO 3)(OH) 16 · 4H 2OMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

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Hauyne and Stichtite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Hauyne and Stichtite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Hauyne and Stichtite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Hauyne is 2.11-2.20 whereas that of Stichtite is 2.11-2.20.