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Hibonite and Hurlbutite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
Not Available
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1.4 Specific Gravity
3.84
2.90
1.5 Fracture
Subconchoidal, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Conchoidal, Brittle
ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle, Conchoidal
1.6 Cleavage
{0001} good, {10 1 0} parting
None
1.7 Mohs Hardness
7.5-8
6
1.8 Chemical Composition
(Ca,Ce)(Al,Ti,Mg)12O19
CaBe 2(PO 4) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Hibonite and Hurlbutite Chemical Formula

While comparing Hibonite and Hurlbutite 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 Hurlbutite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Hibonite- (Ca,Ce)(Al,Ti,Mg)12O19
  • Chemical formula of Hurlbutite- CaBe 2(PO 4) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Hibonite and Hurlbutite Specific Gravity

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