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Fayalite and Hambergite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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Brittle
1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
4.392
2.33-2.37
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Conchoidal, Brittle
ConchoidalWalter Schumann, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references, Brittle, Metallic
1.6 Cleavage
{010} moderate, {100} imperfect
Perfect on {010}, good on {100}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6.5-7
7.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
Fe 2SiO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Be 2BO 3(OH)Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.

Fayalite and Hambergite Chemical Formula

While comparing Fayalite and Hambergite 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 Fayalite and Hambergite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Fayalite- Fe 2SiO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
  • Chemical formula of Hambergite- Be 2BO 3(OH)Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.

Fayalite and Hambergite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Fayalite and Hambergite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Fayalite and Hambergite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Fayalite is 2.33-2.37 whereas that of Hambergite is 2.33-2.37.