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Hibonite and Mimetite Physical Properties

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Physical Properties

Tenacity

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Durability

Specific Gravity

Fracture

Cleavage

Mohs Hardness

Chemical Composition

 
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3.84
Subconchoidal, Conchoidal
{0001} good, {10 1 0} parting
7.5-8
(Ca,Ce)(Al,Ti,Mg)12O19
 
Brittle
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7.10
Conchoidal
[10 1 1] Imperfect
3.5
Pb 5(AsO 4) 3ClMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Hibonite and Mimetite Chemical Formula

While comparing Hibonite and Mimetite 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 Mimetite chemical formula.

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Hibonite and Mimetite Specific Gravity

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