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Zinnwaldite and Hauyne Physical Properties


Hauyne and Zinnwaldite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Elastic   
Brittle   

Solubility
Not Available   
Gelatinises in acids   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
2.9-3.1   
2.4-2.5   

Fracture
Uneven   
Uneven, Conchoidal, Brittle   

Cleavage
Perfect basal {001}   
Distinct on {110}   

Mohs Hardness
3.5-4.0   
5-6   

Chemical Composition
Not Available   
(Na,Ca)4-8Al6Si6(O,S)24(SO4,Cl)1-2   

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Zinnwaldite and Hauyne Chemical Formula

While comparing Zinnwaldite 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 Zinnwaldite and Hauyne chemical formula.

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Zinnwaldite and Hauyne Specific Gravity

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

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