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Fuchsite and Hibonite Physical Properties


Hibonite and Fuchsite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
2.77-2.88   
3.84   

Fracture
Uneven   
Subconchoidal, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Conchoidal, Brittle   

Cleavage
Perfect basal   
{0001} good, {10 1 0} parting   

Mohs Hardness
2.5   
7.5-8   

Chemical Composition
K(Al,Cr) 3Si 3O 10(OH) 2Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)   
(Ca,Ce)(Al,Ti,Mg)12O19   

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Fuchsite and Hibonite Chemical Formula

While comparing Fuchsite and Hibonite 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 Fuchsite and Hibonite chemical formula.

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Fuchsite and Hibonite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Fuchsite and Hibonite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Fuchsite and Hibonite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Fuchsite is 3.84 whereas that of Hibonite is 3.84.

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