Hauyne and Titanite Physical Properties
Tenacity
Brittle
  
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Solubility
Gelatinises in acids
  
Not Available
  
Durability
Not Available
  
Not Available
  
Specific Gravity
2.4-2.5
  
3.48-3.60
  
Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal, Brittle
  
Sub-Conchoidal, Conchoidal, Brittle
  
Cleavage
Distinct on {110}
  
Distinct on [110], parting on {221}
  
Mohs Hardness
5-6
  
5-5.5
  
Chemical Composition
(Na,Ca)4-8Al6Si6(O,S)24(SO4,Cl)1-2
  
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Hauyne and Titanite Chemical Formula
While comparing Hauyne and Titanite 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 Titanite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Hauyne- (Na,Ca)4-8Al6Si6(O,S)24(SO4,Cl)1-2
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Hauyne and Titanite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Hauyne and Titanite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Hauyne and Titanite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Hauyne is 3.48-3.60 whereas that of Titanite is 3.48-3.60.