Hibonite and Scheelite Physical Properties

Hibonite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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Brittle

1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

3.845.9-6.3

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

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

Conchoidal, Conchoidal, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references, Uneven

1.6 Cleavage

{0001} good, {10 1 0} parting

On {101}, distinct; on {112}, interrupted; on {001}, indistinct

1.7 Mohs Hardness

7.5-84.5-5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

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

CaWO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Hibonite and Scheelite Chemical Formula

While comparing Hibonite and Scheelite 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 Scheelite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Hibonite- (Ca,Ce)(Al,Ti,Mg)12O19
Chemical formula of Scheelite- CaWO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

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Hibonite and Scheelite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Hibonite and Scheelite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Hibonite and Scheelite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Hibonite is 5.9-6.3 whereas that of Scheelite is 5.9-6.3.