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Hexagonite and Brucite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
Sectile
1.2 Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
2.98-3.032.39
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Uneven
Irregular
1.6 Cleavage
[110] perfect; [010] distinct
Perfect on {0001}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5-62.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
Ca 2Mg 5Si 8O 22(OH) 2Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.
Mg(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Hexagonite and Brucite Chemical Formula

While comparing Hexagonite and Brucite 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 Hexagonite and Brucite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Hexagonite- Ca 2Mg 5Si 8O 22(OH) 2Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.
  • Chemical formula of Brucite- Mg(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Hexagonite and Brucite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Hexagonite and Brucite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Hexagonite and Brucite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Hexagonite is 2.39 whereas that of Brucite is 2.39.