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Hibonite and Meionite Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
3.842.78
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Subconchoidal, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Conchoidal, Brittle
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Conchoidal, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
{0001} good, {10 1 0} parting
{???} Distinct, {???} Indistinct
1.7 Mohs Hardness
7.5-85-6
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
(Ca,Ce)(Al,Ti,Mg)12O19
3CaAl 2Si 2O 8 · CaCO 3Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Hibonite and Meionite Chemical Formula

While comparing Hibonite and Meionite 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 Meionite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Hibonite- (Ca,Ce)(Al,Ti,Mg)12O19
  • Chemical formula of Meionite- 3CaAl 2Si 2O 8 · CaCO 3Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Hibonite and Meionite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Hibonite and Meionite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Hibonite and Meionite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Hibonite is 2.78 whereas that of Meionite is 2.78.