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Hibschite and Prase Physical Properties


Prase and Hibschite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Not Available   

Specific Gravity
3.05-3.08   
2.64-2.69   

Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, Irregular, Management Team (2012), Conchoidal, Brittle   
Gems, Sixth Edition (2006), Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)   

Cleavage
None   
Not Available   

Mohs Hardness
6.5   
7   

Chemical Composition
Ca 3Al 2(SiO 4) 3-x(OH) 4x (x=0.2 to 1.5)Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)   
SiO 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)   

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Hibschite and Prase Chemical Formula

While comparing Hibschite and Prase 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 Prase chemical formula.

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Hibschite and Prase Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Hibschite and Prase Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Hibschite and Prase Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Hibschite is 2.64-2.69 whereas that of Prase is 2.64-2.69.

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