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