Hauyne and Thomsonite Physical Properties

Hauyne and Thomsonite Chemical Formula

While comparing Hauyne and Thomsonite 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 Thomsonite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Hauyne- (Na,Ca)4-8Al6Si6(O,S)24(SO4,Cl)1-2
• Chemical formula of Thomsonite- NaCa 2Al 5Si 5O 20 · 6H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Hauyne and Thomsonite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Hauyne and Thomsonite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Hauyne and Thomsonite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Hauyne is 2.25-2.40 whereas that of Thomsonite is 2.25-2.40.