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Vanadinite and Hauyne Physical Properties


Hauyne and Vanadinite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle   
Brittle   

Solubility
Not Available   
Gelatinises in acids   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
6.8-7.1   
2.4-2.5   

Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal, Brittle   
Uneven, Conchoidal, Brittle   

Cleavage
None   
Distinct on {110}   

Mohs Hardness
3-4   
5-6   

Chemical Composition
C20H36   
(Na,Ca)4-8Al6Si6(O,S)24(SO4,Cl)1-2   

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Vanadinite and Hauyne Chemical Formula

While comparing Vanadinite 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 Vanadinite and Hauyne chemical formula.

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Vanadinite and Hauyne Specific Gravity

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

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