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Hiddenite and Chalcedony Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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Not Available
1.2 Solubility
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Soluble
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
3.15-3.21
2.55-2.70
1.5 Fracture
Gemstones of the world (2001), UnevenWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001)
Uneven, Splintery, Conchoidal, Uneven, Splintery, Conchoidal, UnevenWalter Schumann
1.6 Cleavage
1,2 prismatic
Absent
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6-7
6.5-7
1.8 Chemical Composition
LiAlSi2O6
SiO2

Hiddenite and Chalcedony Chemical Formula

While comparing Hiddenite and Chalcedony 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 Hiddenite and Chalcedony chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Hiddenite- LiAlSi2O6
  • Chemical formula of Chalcedony- SiO2

Hiddenite and Chalcedony Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Hiddenite and Chalcedony Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Hiddenite and Chalcedony Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Hiddenite is 2.55-2.70 whereas that of Chalcedony is 2.55-2.70.