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Inderite and Hibonite Physical Properties


Hibonite and Inderite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
1.79   
3.84   

Fracture
Uneven   
Subconchoidal, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Conchoidal, Brittle   

Cleavage
{110} Good   
{0001} good, {10 1 0} parting   

Mohs Hardness
2.5   
7.5-8   

Chemical Composition
MgB 3O 3(OH) 5 · 5H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)   
(Ca,Ce)(Al,Ti,Mg)12O19   

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Inderite and Hibonite Chemical Formula

While comparing Inderite and Hibonite 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 Inderite and Hibonite chemical formula.

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Inderite and Hibonite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Inderite and Hibonite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Inderite and Hibonite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Inderite is 3.84 whereas that of Hibonite is 3.84.

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