Sphene and Hauyne Physical Properties

Sphene

Hauyne

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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Brittle

1.2 Solubility

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Gelatinises in acids

1.3 Durability

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1.4 Specific Gravity

Not Available2.4-2.5

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

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Uneven, Conchoidal, Brittle

1.6 Cleavage

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Distinct on {110}

1.7 Mohs Hardness

Not Available5-6

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

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(Na,Ca)4-8Al6Si6(O,S)24(SO4,Cl)1-2

Sphene and Hauyne Chemical Formula

While comparing Sphene 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 Sphene and Hauyne chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Hauyne- (Na,Ca)4-8Al6Si6(O,S)24(SO4,Cl)1-2

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Sphene and Hauyne Specific Gravity

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