Iolite and Hexagonite Physical Properties

Iolite

Hexagonite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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Brittle

1.2 Solubility

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1.3 Durability

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1.4 Specific Gravity

2.6-2.72.98-3.03

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

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Uneven

1.6 Cleavage

3,1

[110] perfect; [010] distinct

1.7 Mohs Hardness

7-7.55-6

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

Mg₂Al₄Si₅O₁₈

Ca 2Mg 5Si 8O 22(OH) 2Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.

Iolite and Hexagonite Chemical Formula

While comparing Iolite 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 Iolite and Hexagonite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Iolite- Mg₂Al₄Si₅O₁₈
Chemical formula of Hexagonite- Ca 2Mg 5Si 8O 22(OH) 2Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.

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Iolite and Hexagonite Specific Gravity

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