Hibonite and Rock Crystal Physical Properties
Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
3.84
2.65
Fracture
Subconchoidal, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Conchoidal, Brittle
ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001), ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001)
Cleavage
{0001} good, {10 1 0} parting
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Chemical Composition
(Ca,Ce)(Al,Ti,Mg)12O19
SiO 2Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001)
Hibonite and Rock Crystal Chemical Formula
While comparing Hibonite and Rock Crystal 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 Rock Crystal chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Hibonite- (Ca,Ce)(Al,Ti,Mg)12O19
- Chemical formula of Rock Crystal- SiO 2Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001)
Hibonite and Rock Crystal Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Hibonite and Rock Crystal Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Hibonite and Rock Crystal Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Hibonite is 2.65 whereas that of Rock Crystal is 2.65.