Hureaulite and Austinite Physical Properties

Hureaulite and Austinite Chemical Formula

While comparing Hureaulite and Austinite 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 Hureaulite and Austinite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Hureaulite- Mn2+5(PO 4) 2(PO 3OH) 2 · 4H 2O)Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
• Chemical formula of Austinite- CaZn(AsO4)(OH)

Hureaulite and Austinite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Hureaulite and Austinite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Hureaulite and Austinite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Hureaulite is 4.12 whereas that of Austinite is 4.12.