Hibonite and Zinnwaldite Physical Properties
Tenacity
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Elastic
  
Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
3.84
  
2.9-3.1
  
Fracture
Subconchoidal, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Conchoidal, Brittle
  
Uneven
  
Cleavage
{0001} good, {10 1 0} parting
  
Perfect basal {001}
  
Mohs Hardness
7.5-8
  
3.5-4.0
  
Chemical Composition
(Ca,Ce)(Al,Ti,Mg)12O19
  
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Hibonite and Zinnwaldite Chemical Formula
While comparing Hibonite and Zinnwaldite 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 Zinnwaldite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Hibonite- (Ca,Ce)(Al,Ti,Mg)12O19
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Hibonite and Zinnwaldite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Hibonite and Zinnwaldite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Hibonite and Zinnwaldite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Hibonite is 2.9-3.1 whereas that of Zinnwaldite is 2.9-3.1.