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Hexagonite and Citrine Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
2.98-3.03
2.65
1.5 Fracture
Uneven
ConchoidalMichael O’Donoghue, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006), Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
1.6 Cleavage
[110] perfect; [010] distinct
Indiscernible
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5-6
7
1.8 Chemical Composition
Ca 2Mg 5Si 8O 22(OH) 2Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.
SiO2

Hexagonite and Citrine Chemical Formula

While comparing Hexagonite and Citrine 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 Citrine chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Hexagonite- Ca 2Mg 5Si 8O 22(OH) 2Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.
  • Chemical formula of Citrine- SiO2

Hexagonite and Citrine Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Hexagonite and Citrine Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Hexagonite and Citrine Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Hexagonite is 2.65 whereas that of Citrine is 2.65.

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