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Serandite 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
3.52
2.4-2.5
1.5 Fracture
UnevenAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), UnevenAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
Uneven, Conchoidal, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
{100} Perfect, {001} Perfect
Distinct on {110}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5-5.5
5-6
1.8 Chemical Composition
Na(Mn2+ ,Ca) 2Si 3O 8(OH)Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
(Na,Ca)4-8Al6Si6(O,S)24(SO4,Cl)1-2

Serandite and Hauyne Chemical Formula

While comparing Serandite 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 Serandite and Hauyne chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Serandite- Na(Mn2+ ,Ca) 2Si 3O 8(OH)Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
  • Chemical formula of Hauyne- (Na,Ca)4-8Al6Si6(O,S)24(SO4,Cl)1-2

Serandite and Hauyne Specific Gravity

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