Kainite and Hauyne Physical Properties

Kainite

Hauyne

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Brittle

1.2 Solubility

Soluble

Gelatinises in acids

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

2.152.4-2.5

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Splintery, Conchoidal, Brittle

Uneven, Conchoidal, Brittle

1.6 Cleavage

{001}, perfect

Distinct on {110}

1.7 Mohs Hardness

2.5-35-6

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

Not Available

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

Kainite and Hauyne Chemical Formula

While comparing Kainite 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 Kainite and Hauyne chemical formula.

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

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Kainite and Hauyne Specific Gravity

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