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Hibonite and Kurnakovite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
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Soluble
1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
3.84
1.847-1.852
1.5 Fracture
Subconchoidal, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Conchoidal, Brittle
Brittle, Conchoidal
1.6 Cleavage
{0001} good, {10 1 0} parting
Poor to indistinct on {010}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
7.5-8
2-3
1.8 Chemical Composition
(Ca,Ce)(Al,Ti,Mg)12O19
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Hibonite and Kurnakovite Chemical Formula

While comparing Hibonite and Kurnakovite 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 Kurnakovite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Hibonite- (Ca,Ce)(Al,Ti,Mg)12O19
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Hibonite and Kurnakovite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Hibonite and Kurnakovite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Hibonite and Kurnakovite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Hibonite is 1.847-1.852 whereas that of Kurnakovite is 1.847-1.852.