Hercynite and Bixbite Physical Properties

Hercynite

Bixbite

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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

4.39Not Available

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

ConchoidalGemdat.org, Uneven

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1.6 Cleavage

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

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1.7 Mohs Hardness

7.5-87.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

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

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Hercynite and Bixbite Chemical Formula

While comparing Hercynite and Bixbite 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 Hercynite and Bixbite chemical formula.

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

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Hercynite and Bixbite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Hercynite and Bixbite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Hercynite and Bixbite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Hercynite is Not Available whereas that of Bixbite is Not Available.