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Hibonite and Brazilianite Physical Properties

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
3.84
2.98-2.99
1.5 Fracture
Subconchoidal, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Conchoidal, Brittle
Conchoidal, Gems
1.6 Cleavage
{0001} good, {10 1 0} parting
(010) Distinct to good
1.7 Mohs Hardness
7.5-8
5.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
(Ca,Ce)(Al,Ti,Mg)12O19
NaAl 3(PO 4) 2(OH) 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Hibonite and Brazilianite Chemical Formula

While comparing Hibonite and Brazilianite 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 Hibonite and Brazilianite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Hibonite- (Ca,Ce)(Al,Ti,Mg)12O19
  • Chemical formula of Brazilianite- NaAl 3(PO 4) 2(OH) 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Hibonite and Brazilianite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Hibonite and Brazilianite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Hibonite and Brazilianite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Hibonite is 2.98-2.99 whereas that of Brazilianite is 2.98-2.99.