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Hibonite and Nifontovite Physical Properties


Nifontovite and Hibonite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
3.84   
2.35-2.36   

Fracture
Subconchoidal, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Conchoidal, Brittle   
Not Available   

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

Mohs Hardness
7.5-8   
3.5-5   

Chemical Composition
(Ca,Ce)(Al,Ti,Mg)12O19   
Ca 3B 6O 6(OH) 12 · 2H 2OAnthony et al , Handbook of Mineralogy (2001)   

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Hibonite and Nifontovite Chemical Formula

While comparing Hibonite and Nifontovite 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 Nifontovite chemical formula.

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Hibonite and Nifontovite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Hibonite and Nifontovite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Hibonite and Nifontovite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Hibonite is 2.35-2.36 whereas that of Nifontovite is 2.35-2.36.

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