Siderite and Hauyne Physical Properties
Solubility
Not Available
Gelatinises in acids
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
3.83-3.89
2.4-2.5
Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal, UnevenArthur Thomas, Brittle
Uneven, Conchoidal, Brittle
Cleavage
Perfect on {01 1 1}
Distinct on {110}
Mohs Hardness
3.5-4.5
5-6
Chemical Composition
Fe2+ CO 3Michael OâDonoghue , 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 OâDonoghue , 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.