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Friedelite and Hexagonite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Not Available
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
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Not Available
1.3 Durability
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Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
3.06-3.19
2.98-3.03
1.5 Fracture
UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009) Tough, UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009) Tough, Brittle, Uneven
Uneven
1.6 Cleavage
{010} Perfect
[110] perfect; [010] distinct
1.7 Mohs Hardness
4-5
5-6
1.8 Chemical Composition
Mn 8Si 6O 15(OH,Cl) 10Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.
Ca 2Mg 5Si 8O 22(OH) 2Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.

Friedelite and Hexagonite Chemical Formula

While comparing Friedelite and Hexagonite 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 Friedelite and Hexagonite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Friedelite- Mn 8Si 6O 15(OH,Cl) 10Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.
  • Chemical formula of Hexagonite- Ca 2Mg 5Si 8O 22(OH) 2Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.

Friedelite and Hexagonite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Friedelite and Hexagonite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Friedelite and Hexagonite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Friedelite is 2.98-3.03 whereas that of Hexagonite is 2.98-3.03.

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