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Hibonite and Nosean Physical Properties


Nosean and Hibonite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Not Available   
Not Available   

Solubility
Not Available   
Not Available   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
3.84   
2.30-2.40   

Fracture
Subconchoidal, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Conchoidal, Brittle   
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Conchoidal, Brittle   

Cleavage
{0001} good, {10 1 0} parting   
{110} Perfect   

Mohs Hardness
7.5-8   
Not Available   

Chemical Composition
(Ca,Ce)(Al,Ti,Mg)12O19   
Na 8Al 6Si 6O 24(SO 4) · H 2OAnthony et al , Handbook of Mineralogy (2001)   

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Hibonite and Nosean Chemical Formula

While comparing Hibonite and Nosean 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 Nosean chemical formula.

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Hibonite and Nosean Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Hibonite and Nosean Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Hibonite and Nosean Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Hibonite is 2.30-2.40 whereas that of Nosean is 2.30-2.40.

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