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Prase and Hauyne Physical Properties


Hauyne and Prase Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Not Available   
Brittle   

Solubility
Not Available   
Gelatinises in acids   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
2.64-2.69   
2.4-2.5   

Fracture
Gems, Sixth Edition (2006), Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)   
Uneven, Conchoidal, Brittle   

Cleavage
Not Available   
Distinct on {110}   

Mohs Hardness
7   
5-6   

Chemical Composition
SiO 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)   
(Na,Ca)4-8Al6Si6(O,S)24(SO4,Cl)1-2   

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Prase and Hauyne Chemical Formula

While comparing Prase 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 Prase and Hauyne chemical formula.

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Prase and Hauyne Specific Gravity

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

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