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Hibonite and Chambersite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Not Available
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1.2 Solubility
Not Available
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1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
3.84
3.50
1.5 Fracture
Subconchoidal, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Conchoidal, Brittle
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Conchoidal, Uneven
1.6 Cleavage
{0001} good, {10 1 0} parting
None
1.7 Mohs Hardness
7.5-8
7
1.8 Chemical Composition
(Ca,Ce)(Al,Ti,Mg)12O19
Mn 3B 7O 13ClMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Hibonite and Chambersite Chemical Formula

While comparing Hibonite and Chambersite 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 Chambersite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Hibonite- (Ca,Ce)(Al,Ti,Mg)12O19
  • Chemical formula of Chambersite- Mn 3B 7O 13ClMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Hibonite and Chambersite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Hibonite and Chambersite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Hibonite and Chambersite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Hibonite is 3.50 whereas that of Chambersite is 3.50.