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Hibonite and Kunzite Physical Properties


Kunzite and Hibonite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
3.84   
3.15-3.21   

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

Cleavage
{0001} good, {10 1 0} parting   
1,2 prismatic   

Mohs Hardness
7.5-8   
6-7   

Chemical Composition
(Ca,Ce)(Al,Ti,Mg)12O19   
LiAlSi2O6   

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Hibonite and Kunzite Chemical Formula

While comparing Hibonite and Kunzite 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 Kunzite chemical formula.

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Hibonite and Kunzite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Hibonite and Kunzite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Hibonite and Kunzite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Hibonite is 3.15-3.21 whereas that of Kunzite is 3.15-3.21.

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