Hexagonite and Rhodolite Physical Properties

Hexagonite

Rhodolite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Brittle

Not Available

1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

2.98-3.033.84

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Uneven

Conchoidal

1.6 Cleavage

[110] perfect; [010] distinct

none, may show indistinct parting

1.7 Mohs Hardness

5-67-7.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

Ca 2Mg 5Si 8O 22(OH) 2Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.

(Mg,Fe)₃Al₂Si₃O₁₂

Hexagonite and Rhodolite Chemical Formula

While comparing Hexagonite and Rhodolite 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 Rhodolite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Hexagonite- Ca 2Mg 5Si 8O 22(OH) 2Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.
Chemical formula of Rhodolite- (Mg,Fe)₃Al₂Si₃O₁₂

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Hexagonite and Rhodolite Specific Gravity

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