Leucite and Hexagonite Physical Properties

Leucite

Hexagonite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Brittle

1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

2.45-2.502.98-3.03

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle

Uneven

1.6 Cleavage

Poor on {110}

[110] perfect; [010] distinct

1.7 Mohs Hardness

5.5-65-6

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

KAlSi 2O 6Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

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

Leucite and Hexagonite Chemical Formula

While comparing Leucite 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 Leucite and Hexagonite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Leucite- KAlSi 2O 6Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Chemical formula of Hexagonite- Ca 2Mg 5Si 8O 22(OH) 2Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.

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Leucite and Hexagonite Specific Gravity

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