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Hibonite and Goshenite 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
2.60-2.90
1.5 Fracture
Subconchoidal, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Conchoidal, Brittle
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
1.6 Cleavage
{0001} good, {10 1 0} parting
3,1 basal
1.7 Mohs Hardness
7.5-8
7.5-8
1.8 Chemical Composition
(Ca,Ce)(Al,Ti,Mg)12O19
Be3Al2SiO6

Hibonite and Goshenite Chemical Formula

While comparing Hibonite and Goshenite 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 Goshenite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Hibonite- (Ca,Ce)(Al,Ti,Mg)12O19
  • Chemical formula of Goshenite- Be3Al2SiO6

Hibonite and Goshenite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Hibonite and Goshenite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Hibonite and Goshenite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Hibonite is 2.60-2.90 whereas that of Goshenite is 2.60-2.90.