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Hibonite and Moldavite Physical Properties

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
3.84
2.32-2.38
1.5 Fracture
Subconchoidal, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Conchoidal, Brittle
ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001), ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001)
1.6 Cleavage
{0001} good, {10 1 0} parting
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1.7 Mohs Hardness
7.5-8
5.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
(Ca,Ce)(Al,Ti,Mg)12O19
SiO 2(+Al 2O 3)Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001)

Hibonite and Moldavite Chemical Formula

While comparing Hibonite and Moldavite 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 Moldavite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Hibonite- (Ca,Ce)(Al,Ti,Mg)12O19
  • Chemical formula of Moldavite- SiO 2(+Al 2O 3)Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001)

Hibonite and Moldavite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Hibonite and Moldavite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Hibonite and Moldavite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Hibonite is 2.32-2.38 whereas that of Moldavite is 2.32-2.38.