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Quartz and Hauyne Physical Properties

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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
2.65
2.4-2.5
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal, Conchoidal, Brittle, Gems
Uneven, Conchoidal, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
{0110} Indistinct
Distinct on {110}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
7
5-6
1.8 Chemical Composition
SiO2
(Na,Ca)4-8Al6Si6(O,S)24(SO4,Cl)1-2

Quartz and Hauyne Chemical Formula

While comparing Quartz 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 Quartz and Hauyne chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Quartz- SiO2
  • Chemical formula of Hauyne- (Na,Ca)4-8Al6Si6(O,S)24(SO4,Cl)1-2

Quartz and Hauyne Specific Gravity

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