Esperite and Hiddenite Physical Properties
Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
4.28-4.42
3.15-3.21
Fracture
Conchoidal, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle, Metallic
Gemstones of the world (2001), UnevenWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001)
Cleavage
Distinct on [010] and [100] poor on [101]
1,2 prismatic
Chemical Composition
PbCa 3Zn 4(SiO 4) 4Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
LiAlSi2O6
Esperite and Hiddenite Chemical Formula
While comparing Esperite and Hiddenite 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 Esperite and Hiddenite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Esperite- PbCa 3Zn 4(SiO 4) 4Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
- Chemical formula of Hiddenite- LiAlSi2O6
Esperite and Hiddenite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Esperite and Hiddenite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Esperite and Hiddenite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Esperite is 3.15-3.21 whereas that of Hiddenite is 3.15-3.21.