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Hodgkinsonite
Hodgkinsonite

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Hodgkinsonite and Hauyne Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Not Available
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
Not Available
Gelatinises in acids
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
4.06-4.082.4-2.5
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Metallic
Uneven, Conchoidal, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
{???} Perfect
Distinct on {110}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
4.5-55-6
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
Mn2+ Zn 2SiO 4(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
(Na,Ca)4-8Al6Si6(O,S)24(SO4,Cl)1-2

Hodgkinsonite and Hauyne Chemical Formula

While comparing Hodgkinsonite and Hauyne 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 Hodgkinsonite and Hauyne chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Hodgkinsonite- Mn2+ Zn 2SiO 4(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
  • Chemical formula of Hauyne- (Na,Ca)4-8Al6Si6(O,S)24(SO4,Cl)1-2

Hodgkinsonite and Hauyne Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Hodgkinsonite and Hauyne Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Hodgkinsonite and Hauyne Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Hodgkinsonite is 2.4-2.5 whereas that of Hauyne is 2.4-2.5.