Hibonite and Cobaltite Physical Properties

Hibonite

Cobaltite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Not Available

1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

3.846.3

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Subconchoidal, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Conchoidal, Brittle

UnevenAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001) More from other references, UnevenAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001) More from other references, Brittle, Metallic

1.6 Cleavage

{0001} good, {10 1 0} parting

{100} Good, {010} Good, {001} Good

1.7 Mohs Hardness

7.5-85.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

(Ca,Ce)(Al,Ti,Mg)12O19

CoAsSAnthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Hibonite and Cobaltite Chemical Formula

While comparing Hibonite and Cobaltite 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 Cobaltite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Hibonite- (Ca,Ce)(Al,Ti,Mg)12O19
Chemical formula of Cobaltite- CoAsSAnthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

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Hibonite and Cobaltite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Hibonite and Cobaltite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Hibonite and Cobaltite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Hibonite is 6.3 whereas that of Cobaltite is 6.3.