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Hiddenite and Hessonite Physical Properties


Hessonite and Hiddenite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
-  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
3.15-3.21  
3.55-3.73  

Fracture
-  
Uneven  

Cleavage
1,2 prismatic  
None  

Mohs Hardness
6-7  
7-7.5  

Chemical Composition
LiAlSi2O6  
Ca3Al2(SiO4)3  

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Hiddenite and Hessonite Chemical Formula

While comparing Hiddenite and Hessonite 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 Hessonite chemical formula.

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Hiddenite and Hessonite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Hiddenite and Hessonite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Hiddenite and Hessonite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Hiddenite is 3.55-3.73 whereas that of Hessonite is 3.55-3.73.

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