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Purpurite and Hauyne Physical Properties

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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
3.2-3.42.4-2.5
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle
Uneven, Conchoidal, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
[100] [001] perfect
Distinct on {110}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
4-4.55-6
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
MnPO 4Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references
(Na,Ca)4-8Al6Si6(O,S)24(SO4,Cl)1-2

Purpurite and Hauyne Chemical Formula

While comparing Purpurite 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 Purpurite and Hauyne chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Purpurite- MnPO 4Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references
  • Chemical formula of Hauyne- (Na,Ca)4-8Al6Si6(O,S)24(SO4,Cl)1-2

Purpurite and Hauyne Specific Gravity

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