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Hibonite and Phosgenite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Not Available
Sectile
1.2 Solubility
Not Available
Soluble
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
3.84
6.13
1.5 Fracture
Subconchoidal, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Conchoidal, Brittle
Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), (e.g. graphite).
1.6 Cleavage
{0001} good, {10 1 0} parting
Distinct on {001} and {110}, indistinct on {100}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
7.5-8
2-3
1.8 Chemical Composition
(Ca,Ce)(Al,Ti,Mg)12O19
Pb 2(CO 3)Cl 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Hibonite and Phosgenite Chemical Formula

While comparing Hibonite and Phosgenite 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 Phosgenite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Hibonite- (Ca,Ce)(Al,Ti,Mg)12O19
  • Chemical formula of Phosgenite- Pb 2(CO 3)Cl 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Hibonite and Phosgenite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Hibonite and Phosgenite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Hibonite and Phosgenite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Hibonite is 6.13 whereas that of Phosgenite is 6.13.