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Hibonite and Scorzalite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
3.84
3.31
1.5 Fracture
Subconchoidal, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Conchoidal, Brittle
Uneven
1.6 Cleavage
{0001} good, {10 1 0} parting
{110} Good
1.7 Mohs Hardness
7.5-8
5.5-6
1.8 Chemical Composition
(Ca,Ce)(Al,Ti,Mg)12O19
(Fe2+ ,Mg)Al 2(PO 4) 2(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Hibonite and Scorzalite Chemical Formula

While comparing Hibonite and Scorzalite 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 Scorzalite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Hibonite- (Ca,Ce)(Al,Ti,Mg)12O19
  • Chemical formula of Scorzalite- (Fe2+ ,Mg)Al 2(PO 4) 2(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Hibonite and Scorzalite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Hibonite and Scorzalite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Hibonite and Scorzalite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Hibonite is 3.31 whereas that of Scorzalite is 3.31.