Nacre and Hauyne Physical Properties

Nacre

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

Not Available2.4-2.5

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

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Uneven, Conchoidal, Brittle

1.6 Cleavage

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Distinct on {110}

1.7 Mohs Hardness

Not Available5-6

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

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

Nacre and Hauyne Chemical Formula

While comparing Nacre 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 Nacre and Hauyne chemical formula.

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

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Nacre and Hauyne Specific Gravity

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