Smithsonite and Hauyne Physical Properties
Solubility
Not Available
Gelatinises in acids
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
4.00-4.65
2.4-2.5
Fracture
Uneven, Sub-Conchoidal, UnevenWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references, Brittle, Metallic
Uneven, Conchoidal, Brittle
Cleavage
Perfect on [1011]
Distinct on {110}
Chemical Composition
ZnCO 3Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
(Na,Ca)4-8Al6Si6(O,S)24(SO4,Cl)1-2
Smithsonite and Hauyne Chemical Formula
While comparing Smithsonite 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 Smithsonite and Hauyne chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Smithsonite- ZnCO 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
Smithsonite and Hauyne Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Smithsonite and Hauyne Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Smithsonite and Hauyne Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Smithsonite is 2.4-2.5 whereas that of Hauyne is 2.4-2.5.