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Hibschite and Mother of Pearl 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
3.05-3.08
2.65-2.87
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, Irregular, Management Team (2012), Conchoidal, Brittle
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1.6 Cleavage
None
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1.7 Mohs Hardness
6.5
2.5-4.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
Ca 3Al 2(SiO 4) 3-x(OH) 4x (x=0.2 to 1.5)Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
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Hibschite and Mother of Pearl Chemical Formula

While comparing Hibschite and Mother of Pearl 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 Hibschite and Mother of Pearl chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Hibschite- Ca 3Al 2(SiO 4) 3-x(OH) 4x (x=0.2 to 1.5)Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
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Hibschite and Mother of Pearl Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Hibschite and Mother of Pearl Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Hibschite and Mother of Pearl Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Hibschite is 2.65-2.87 whereas that of Mother of Pearl is 2.65-2.87.