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Poudretteite
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Poudretteite and Hauyne Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
Not Available
Gelatinises in acids
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
2.51-2.532.4-2.5
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal, Splintery
Uneven, Conchoidal, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
None
Distinct on {110}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
55-6
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
KNa 2B 3Si 12O 30Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
(Na,Ca)4-8Al6Si6(O,S)24(SO4,Cl)1-2

Poudretteite and Hauyne Chemical Formula

While comparing Poudretteite 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 Poudretteite and Hauyne chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Poudretteite- KNa 2B 3Si 12O 30Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
  • Chemical formula of Hauyne- (Na,Ca)4-8Al6Si6(O,S)24(SO4,Cl)1-2

Poudretteite and Hauyne Specific Gravity

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