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Shigaite and Hauyne Physical Properties


Hauyne and Shigaite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Moderately flexible   
Brittle   

Solubility
Not Available   
Gelatinises in acids   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
2.32   
2.4-2.5   

Fracture
Flexible Flexible fragments.   
Uneven, Conchoidal, Brittle   

Cleavage
Perfect on {0001}   
Distinct on {110}   

Mohs Hardness
2   
5-6   

Chemical Composition
Not Available   
(Na,Ca)4-8Al6Si6(O,S)24(SO4,Cl)1-2   

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Shigaite and Hauyne Chemical Formula

While comparing Shigaite 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 Shigaite and Hauyne chemical formula.

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Shigaite and Hauyne Specific Gravity

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

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