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Hibonite and Wavellite Physical Properties


Wavellite and Hibonite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
-  

Solubility
-  
insoluble  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
3.84  
2.36  

Fracture
Subconchoidal, Conchoidal  
Uneven, Subconchoidal, Fibrous  

Cleavage
{0001} good, {10 1 0} parting  
[110] perfect, [101] good, [010] distinct  

Mohs Hardness
7.5-8  
3.5-4  

Chemical Composition
(Ca,Ce)(Al,Ti,Mg)12O19  
Al 3(PO 4) 2(OH,F) 3 · 5H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references  

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Hibonite and Wavellite Chemical Formula

While comparing Hibonite and Wavellite 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 Wavellite chemical formula.

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Hibonite and Wavellite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Hibonite and Wavellite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Hibonite and Wavellite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Hibonite is 2.36 whereas that of Wavellite is 2.36.

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