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Kainite and Hauyne Physical Properties


Hauyne and Kainite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle   
Brittle   

Solubility
Soluble   
Gelatinises in acids   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
2.15   
2.4-2.5   

Fracture
Splintery, Conchoidal, Brittle   
Uneven, Conchoidal, Brittle   

Cleavage
{001}, perfect   
Distinct on {110}   

Mohs Hardness
2.5-3   
5-6   

Chemical Composition
Not Available   
(Na,Ca)4-8Al6Si6(O,S)24(SO4,Cl)1-2   

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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.

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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.

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