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Hibonite and Chalcopyrite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Not Available
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
Not Available
Soluble
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
3.844.1-4.3
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Subconchoidal, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Conchoidal, Brittle
Uneven, Brittle, Metallic
1.6 Cleavage
{0001} good, {10 1 0} parting
Indistinct on {011}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
7.5-83.5-4
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
(Ca,Ce)(Al,Ti,Mg)12O19
CuFeS 2Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Hibonite and Chalcopyrite Chemical Formula

While comparing Hibonite and Chalcopyrite 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 Chalcopyrite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Hibonite- (Ca,Ce)(Al,Ti,Mg)12O19
  • Chemical formula of Chalcopyrite- CuFeS 2Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Hibonite and Chalcopyrite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Hibonite and Chalcopyrite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Hibonite and Chalcopyrite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Hibonite is 4.1-4.3 whereas that of Chalcopyrite is 4.1-4.3.