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Hibonite and Schorl Physical Properties


Schorl and Hibonite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Not Available   
Not Available   

Solubility
Not Available   
Not Available   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
3.84   
3.18-3.22   

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

Cleavage
{0001} good, {10 1 0} parting   
{1011} Indistinct   

Mohs Hardness
7.5-8   
Not Available   

Chemical Composition
(Ca,Ce)(Al,Ti,Mg)12O19   
Na(Fe2+3)Al 6(Si 6O 18)(BO 3) 3(OH) 3(OH)Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)   

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Hibonite and Schorl Chemical Formula

While comparing Hibonite and Schorl 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 Schorl chemical formula.

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Hibonite and Schorl Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Hibonite and Schorl Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Hibonite and Schorl Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Hibonite is 3.18-3.22 whereas that of Schorl is 3.18-3.22.

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