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Hibonite and Childrenite Physical Properties

Physical Properties

Tenacity

Solubility

Durability

Specific Gravity

Fracture

Cleavage

Mohs Hardness

Chemical Composition

 
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3.84
Subconchoidal, Conchoidal
{0001} good, {10 1 0} parting
7.5-8
(Ca,Ce)(Al,Ti,Mg)12O19
 
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Soluble
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3.06-3.25
Sub-Conchoidal, Conchoidal, Uneven
Poor/indistinct on {100}
4.5-5
(Fe,Mn)AlPO 4(OH) 2 -H 2OArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Hibonite and Childrenite Chemical Formula

While comparing Hibonite and Childrenite 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 Childrenite chemical formula.

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Hibonite and Childrenite Specific Gravity

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