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Hibonite and Lazulite Physical Properties


Lazulite 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   
3.04-3.17   

Fracture
Subconchoidal, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Conchoidal, Brittle   
Uneven, Uneven, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references   

Cleavage
{0001} good, {10 1 0} parting   
{001} Indistinct, {???} Indistinct   

Mohs Hardness
7.5-8   
5.5   

Chemical Composition
(Ca,Ce)(Al,Ti,Mg)12O19   
(Mg,Fe)Al 2(PO 4) 2(OH) 2Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009) More from other references   

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Hibonite and Lazulite Chemical Formula

While comparing Hibonite and Lazulite 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 Lazulite chemical formula.

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Hibonite and Lazulite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Hibonite and Lazulite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Hibonite and Lazulite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Hibonite is 3.04-3.17 whereas that of Lazulite is 3.04-3.17.

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