Hibonite and Scapolite Physical Properties

Hibonite

Scapolite

Add ⊕

1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Not Available

1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

3.842.58-2.74

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Subconchoidal, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Conchoidal, Brittle

ConchoidalWalter Schumann, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references, Splintery

1.6 Cleavage

{0001} good, {10 1 0} parting

{100} Distinct, {110} Distinct

1.7 Mohs Hardness

7.5-85.5-6

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

(Ca,Ce)(Al,Ti,Mg)12O19

Na 4Al 3Si 9O 24Cl to Ca 4Al 6Si 6O 24(CO 3,SO 4)Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references

Hibonite and Scapolite Chemical Formula

While comparing Hibonite and Scapolite 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 Scapolite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Hibonite- (Ca,Ce)(Al,Ti,Mg)12O19
Chemical formula of Scapolite- Na 4Al 3Si 9O 24Cl to Ca 4Al 6Si 6O 24(CO 3,SO 4)Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references

Compare Blue Gemstones

Hibonite Vs Lazurite

Hibonite Vs Lazulite

Hibonite Vs Linarite

Hibonite and Scapolite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Hibonite and Scapolite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Hibonite and Scapolite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Hibonite is 2.58-2.74 whereas that of Scapolite is 2.58-2.74.