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Idocrase and Hexagonite Physical Properties


Hexagonite and Idocrase Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
Brittle  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
-9999  
2.98-3.03  

Fracture
-  
Uneven  

Cleavage
Indiscernible  
[110] perfect; [010] distinct  

Mohs Hardness
-9999  
5-6  

Chemical Composition
Ca10(Mg,Fe)2(Si2O7)2(SiO4)2O(OH)2  
Ca 2Mg 5Si 8O 22(OH) 2Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.  

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Idocrase and Hexagonite Chemical Formula

While comparing Idocrase and Hexagonite 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 Idocrase and Hexagonite chemical formula.

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Idocrase and Hexagonite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Idocrase and Hexagonite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Idocrase and Hexagonite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Idocrase is 2.98-3.03 whereas that of Hexagonite is 2.98-3.03.

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