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Hibonite and Langbeinite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Not Available
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
Not Available
Slowly dissolves in water
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
3.84
Not Available
1.5 Fracture
Subconchoidal, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Conchoidal, Brittle
Conchoidal, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
{0001} good, {10 1 0} parting
None
1.7 Mohs Hardness
7.5-8
3.5-4
1.8 Chemical Composition
(Ca,Ce)(Al,Ti,Mg)12O19
Not Available

Hibonite and Langbeinite Chemical Formula

While comparing Hibonite and Langbeinite 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 Langbeinite chemical formula.

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

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Hibonite and Langbeinite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Hibonite and Langbeinite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Hibonite is Not Available whereas that of Langbeinite is Not Available.