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Mohawkite and Hercynite Physical Properties


Hercynite and Mohawkite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
-  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
-9999  
4.39  

Fracture
-  
Uneven  

Cleavage
None  
{111} Indistinct, {111} Indistinct, {111} Indistinct  

Mohs Hardness
3-3.5  
7.5-8  

Chemical Composition
Cu3As  
Fe2+ Al 2O 4Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)  

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Mohawkite and Hercynite Chemical Formula

While comparing Mohawkite and Hercynite 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 Mohawkite and Hercynite chemical formula.

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Mohawkite and Hercynite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Mohawkite and Hercynite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Mohawkite and Hercynite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Mohawkite is 4.39 whereas that of Hercynite is 4.39.

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