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Prehnite and Hauyne Physical Properties


Hauyne and Prehnite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle   
Brittle   

Solubility
Not Available   
Gelatinises in acids   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
2.80-2.95   
2.4-2.5   

Fracture
Uneven, Yellow, White, UnevenWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references, Brittle, Metallic   
Uneven, Conchoidal, Brittle   

Cleavage
Distinct on [001]   
Distinct on {110}   

Mohs Hardness
6-6.5   
5-6   

Chemical Composition
Ca2Al2Si3O12(OH)   
(Na,Ca)4-8Al6Si6(O,S)24(SO4,Cl)1-2   

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Prehnite and Hauyne Chemical Formula

While comparing Prehnite 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 Prehnite and Hauyne chemical formula.

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Prehnite and Hauyne Specific Gravity

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

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