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Hibonite and Hollandite 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
5.05
1.5 Fracture
Subconchoidal, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Conchoidal, Brittle
Brittle, Metallic
1.6 Cleavage
{0001} good, {10 1 0} parting
Distinct / Good, Prismatic
1.7 Mohs Hardness
7.5-8
4-6
1.8 Chemical Composition
(Ca,Ce)(Al,Ti,Mg)12O19
Ba(Mn++++,Mn++)8O16

Hibonite and Hollandite Chemical Formula

While comparing Hibonite and Hollandite 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 Hollandite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Hibonite- (Ca,Ce)(Al,Ti,Mg)12O19
  • Chemical formula of Hollandite- Ba(Mn++++,Mn++)8O16

Hibonite and Hollandite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Hibonite and Hollandite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Hibonite and Hollandite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Hibonite is 5.05 whereas that of Hollandite is 5.05.