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Shortite and Hauyne Physical Properties


Hauyne and Shortite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Not Available   
Brittle   

Solubility
Not Available   
Gelatinises in acids   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
2.61   
2.4-2.5   

Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Conchoidal   
Uneven, Conchoidal, Brittle   

Cleavage
{010} Distinct   
Distinct on {110}   

Mohs Hardness
3   
5-6   

Chemical Composition
Na 2Ca 2(CO 3) 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references   
(Na,Ca)4-8Al6Si6(O,S)24(SO4,Cl)1-2   

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Shortite and Hauyne Chemical Formula

While comparing Shortite 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 Shortite and Hauyne chemical formula.

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Shortite and Hauyne Specific Gravity

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

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