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Hibonite and Polyhalite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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Brittle
1.2 Solubility
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Soluble
1.3 Durability
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Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
3.84
2.78
1.5 Fracture
Subconchoidal, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Conchoidal, Brittle
Conchoidal, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
{0001} good, {10 1 0} parting
Perfect on {10 1 }; parting on {010}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
7.5-8
3.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
(Ca,Ce)(Al,Ti,Mg)12O19
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Hibonite and Polyhalite Chemical Formula

While comparing Hibonite and Polyhalite 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 Polyhalite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Hibonite- (Ca,Ce)(Al,Ti,Mg)12O19
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Hibonite and Polyhalite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Hibonite and Polyhalite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Hibonite and Polyhalite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Hibonite is 2.78 whereas that of Polyhalite is 2.78.