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Hauyne and Taaffeite Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
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1.2 Solubility
Gelatinises in acids
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1.3 Durability
Not Available
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1.4 Specific Gravity
2.4-2.53.60-3.61
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal, Brittle
Conchoidal
1.6 Cleavage
Distinct on {110}
Imperfect/fair/absent
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5-68-8.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
(Na,Ca)4-8Al6Si6(O,S)24(SO4,Cl)1-2
Mg 3Al 8BeO 16Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references

Hauyne and Taaffeite Chemical Formula

While comparing Hauyne and Taaffeite 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 Taaffeite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Hauyne- (Na,Ca)4-8Al6Si6(O,S)24(SO4,Cl)1-2
  • Chemical formula of Taaffeite- Mg 3Al 8BeO 16Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references

Hauyne and Taaffeite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Hauyne and Taaffeite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Hauyne and Taaffeite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Hauyne is 3.60-3.61 whereas that of Taaffeite is 3.60-3.61.