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Hibonite and Quartz Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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Brittle
1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
3.842.65
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Subconchoidal, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Conchoidal, Brittle
Conchoidal, Conchoidal, Brittle, Gems
1.6 Cleavage
{0001} good, {10 1 0} parting
{0110} Indistinct
1.7 Mohs Hardness
7.5-87
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
(Ca,Ce)(Al,Ti,Mg)12O19
SiO2

Hibonite and Quartz Chemical Formula

While comparing Hibonite and Quartz 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 Quartz chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Hibonite- (Ca,Ce)(Al,Ti,Mg)12O19
  • Chemical formula of Quartz- SiO2

Hibonite and Quartz Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Hibonite and Quartz Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Hibonite and Quartz Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Hibonite is 2.65 whereas that of Quartz is 2.65.