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Siderite 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
3.83-3.892.4-2.5
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal, UnevenArthur Thomas, Brittle
Uneven, Conchoidal, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
Perfect on {01 1 1}
Distinct on {110}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
3.5-4.55-6
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
Fe2+ CO 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
(Na,Ca)4-8Al6Si6(O,S)24(SO4,Cl)1-2

Siderite and Hauyne Chemical Formula

While comparing Siderite 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 Siderite and Hauyne chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Siderite- Fe2+ CO 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
  • Chemical formula of Hauyne- (Na,Ca)4-8Al6Si6(O,S)24(SO4,Cl)1-2

Siderite and Hauyne Specific Gravity

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