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Hibonite and Emerald Physical Properties


Emerald and Hibonite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
Not Available   
Hard   

Specific Gravity
3.84   
2.67-2.78   

Fracture
Subconchoidal, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Conchoidal, Brittle   
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001)   

Cleavage
{0001} good, {10 1 0} parting   
Imperfect on the [0001]   

Mohs Hardness
7.5-8   
7.5-8   

Chemical Composition
(Ca,Ce)(Al,Ti,Mg)12O19   
Be3Al2SiO6   

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Hibonite and Emerald Chemical Formula

While comparing Hibonite and Emerald 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 Emerald chemical formula.

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Hibonite and Emerald Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Hibonite and Emerald Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Hibonite and Emerald Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Hibonite is 2.67-2.78 whereas that of Emerald is 2.67-2.78.

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