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Siderite and Hauyne Physical Properties


Hauyne and Siderite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle  
Brittle  

Solubility
-  
Gelatinises in acids  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
3.83-3.89  
2.4-2.5  

Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal  
Uneven, Conchoidal  

Cleavage
Perfect on {01 1 1}  
Distinct on {110}  

Mohs Hardness
3.5-4.5  
5-6  

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  

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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.

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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.

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