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Hauyne and Vesuvianite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
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1.2 Solubility
Gelatinises in acids
Vesuvianite is virtually insolouble in acids
1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
2.4-2.5
3.32-3.43
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal, Brittle
Conchoidal, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
Distinct on {110}
Poor on {110} and {100} very poor on {001}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5-6
6-7
1.8 Chemical Composition
(Na,Ca)4-8Al6Si6(O,S)24(SO4,Cl)1-2
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Hauyne and Vesuvianite Chemical Formula

While comparing Hauyne and Vesuvianite 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 Vesuvianite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Hauyne- (Na,Ca)4-8Al6Si6(O,S)24(SO4,Cl)1-2
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Hauyne and Vesuvianite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Hauyne and Vesuvianite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Hauyne and Vesuvianite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Hauyne is 3.32-3.43 whereas that of Vesuvianite is 3.32-3.43.