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Moroxite and Hauyne Physical Properties


Hauyne and Moroxite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Not Available   
Brittle   

Solubility
Not Available   
Gelatinises in acids   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
3.13-3.26   
2.4-2.5   

Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)   
Uneven, Conchoidal, Brittle   

Cleavage
Not Available   
Distinct on {110}   

Mohs Hardness
Not Available   
5-6   

Chemical Composition
Ca 5(F,Cl)(PO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)   
(Na,Ca)4-8Al6Si6(O,S)24(SO4,Cl)1-2   

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Moroxite and Hauyne Chemical Formula

While comparing Moroxite 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 Moroxite and Hauyne chemical formula.

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Moroxite and Hauyne Specific Gravity

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

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