Tektite and Hauyne Physical Properties

Tektite

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

2.34-2.512.4-2.5

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

Tektite and Hauyne Chemical Formula

While comparing Tektite 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 Tektite and Hauyne chemical formula.

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

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Tektite and Hauyne Specific Gravity

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