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Hiddenite and Hodgkinsonite 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
3.15-3.214.06-4.08
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Gemstones of the world (2001), UnevenWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001)
UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Metallic
1.6 Cleavage
1,2 prismatic
{???} Perfect
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6-74.5-5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
LiAlSi2O6
Mn2+ Zn 2SiO 4(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Hiddenite and Hodgkinsonite Chemical Formula

While comparing Hiddenite and Hodgkinsonite 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 Hodgkinsonite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Hiddenite- LiAlSi2O6
  • Chemical formula of Hodgkinsonite- Mn2+ Zn 2SiO 4(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Hiddenite and Hodgkinsonite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Hiddenite and Hodgkinsonite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Hiddenite and Hodgkinsonite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Hiddenite is 4.06-4.08 whereas that of Hodgkinsonite is 4.06-4.08.