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Hexagonite and Tinzenite Physical Properties


Tinzenite and Hexagonite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle   
Not Available   

Solubility
Not Available   
Not Available   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
2.98-3.03   
3.355-3.433   

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

Cleavage
[110] perfect; [010] distinct   
{???} Good, {???} Good   

Mohs Hardness
5-6   
Not Available   

Chemical Composition
Ca 2Mg 5Si 8O 22(OH) 2Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.   
(Ca,Mn2+ ,Fe2+ ) 3Al 2BSi 4O 15(OH)Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)   

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Hexagonite and Tinzenite Chemical Formula

While comparing Hexagonite and Tinzenite 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 Tinzenite chemical formula.

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Hexagonite and Tinzenite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Hexagonite and Tinzenite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Hexagonite and Tinzenite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Hexagonite is 3.355-3.433 whereas that of Tinzenite is 3.355-3.433.

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