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Hibonite and Colemanite 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
2.40-2.42
1.5 Fracture
Subconchoidal, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Conchoidal, Brittle
Gemstones (2009), UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Metallic
1.6 Cleavage
{0001} good, {10 1 0} parting
{010} Perfect, {001} Distinct
1.7 Mohs Hardness
7.5-8
4.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
(Ca,Ce)(Al,Ti,Mg)12O19
Ca 2B 6O 11 · 5H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Hibonite and Colemanite Chemical Formula

While comparing Hibonite and Colemanite 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 Colemanite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Hibonite- (Ca,Ce)(Al,Ti,Mg)12O19
  • Chemical formula of Colemanite- Ca 2B 6O 11 · 5H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Hibonite and Colemanite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Hibonite and Colemanite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Hibonite and Colemanite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Hibonite is 2.40-2.42 whereas that of Colemanite is 2.40-2.42.