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Hibonite and Diamond Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
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Soluble
1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
3.84
3.50-3.53
1.5 Fracture
Subconchoidal, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Conchoidal, Brittle
Conchoidal, Conchoidal, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references, Conchoidal, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
{0001} good, {10 1 0} parting
111 (perfect in four directions)
1.7 Mohs Hardness
7.5-8
10
1.8 Chemical Composition
(Ca,Ce)(Al,Ti,Mg)12O19
C

Hibonite and Diamond Chemical Formula

While comparing Hibonite and Diamond 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 Diamond chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Hibonite- (Ca,Ce)(Al,Ti,Mg)12O19
  • Chemical formula of Diamond- C

Hibonite and Diamond Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Hibonite and Diamond Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Hibonite and Diamond Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Hibonite is 3.50-3.53 whereas that of Diamond is 3.50-3.53.