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Hibonite and Vlasovite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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Brittle
1.2 Solubility
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Nearly insoluble in HCl and HNO3
1.3 Durability
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Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
3.84
2.97
1.5 Fracture
Subconchoidal, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Conchoidal, Brittle
Conchoidal, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
{0001} good, {10 1 0} parting
Distinct on {010}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
7.5-8
6
1.8 Chemical Composition
(Ca,Ce)(Al,Ti,Mg)12O19
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Hibonite and Vlasovite Chemical Formula

While comparing Hibonite and Vlasovite 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 Vlasovite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Hibonite- (Ca,Ce)(Al,Ti,Mg)12O19
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Hibonite and Vlasovite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Hibonite and Vlasovite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Hibonite and Vlasovite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Hibonite is 2.97 whereas that of Vlasovite is 2.97.