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Hibonite and Prehnite Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Not Available
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
3.842.80-2.95
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Subconchoidal, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Conchoidal, Brittle
Uneven, Yellow, White, UnevenWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references, Brittle, Metallic
1.6 Cleavage
{0001} good, {10 1 0} parting
Distinct on [001]
1.7 Mohs Hardness
7.5-86-6.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
(Ca,Ce)(Al,Ti,Mg)12O19
Ca2Al2Si3O12(OH)

Hibonite and Prehnite Chemical Formula

While comparing Hibonite and Prehnite 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 Prehnite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Hibonite- (Ca,Ce)(Al,Ti,Mg)12O19
  • Chemical formula of Prehnite- Ca2Al2Si3O12(OH)

Hibonite and Prehnite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Hibonite and Prehnite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Hibonite and Prehnite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Hibonite is 2.80-2.95 whereas that of Prehnite is 2.80-2.95.