Iolite and Hauyne Physical Properties

Iolite

Hauyne

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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Brittle

1.2 Solubility

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Gelatinises in acids

1.3 Durability

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1.4 Specific Gravity

2.6-2.72.4-2.5

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

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Uneven, Conchoidal, Brittle

1.6 Cleavage

3,1

Distinct on {110}

1.7 Mohs Hardness

7-7.55-6

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

Mg₂Al₄Si₅O₁₈

(Na,Ca)4-8Al6Si6(O,S)24(SO4,Cl)1-2

Iolite and Hauyne Chemical Formula

While comparing Iolite 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 Iolite and Hauyne chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Iolite- Mg₂Al₄Si₅O₁₈
Chemical formula of Hauyne- (Na,Ca)4-8Al6Si6(O,S)24(SO4,Cl)1-2

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Iolite and Hauyne Specific Gravity

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