Angelite and Hercynite Physical Properties

Angelite

Hercynite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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1.2 Solubility

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1.3 Durability

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1.4 Specific Gravity

Not Available4.39

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Not Available

ConchoidalGemdat.org, Uneven

1.6 Cleavage

Not Available

{111} Indistinct, {111} Indistinct, {111} Indistinct

1.7 Mohs Hardness

3.57.5-8

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

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Fe2+ Al 2O 4Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)

Angelite and Hercynite Chemical Formula

While comparing Angelite and Hercynite 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 Angelite and Hercynite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Hercynite- Fe2+ Al 2O 4Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)

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Angelite and Hercynite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Angelite and Hercynite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Angelite and Hercynite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Angelite is 4.39 whereas that of Hercynite is 4.39.