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Leucophanite and Hematite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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Brittle
1.2 Solubility
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Not Available
1.3 Durability
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Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
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5.00-5.30
1.5 Fracture
Brittle, Metallic
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references, Conchoidal, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
{???} Good, {???} Good, {???} Distinct
None, may show partings on {0001} and {10 1 1}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
Not Available
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1.8 Chemical Composition
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Fe 2O 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Leucophanite and Hematite Chemical Formula

While comparing Leucophanite and Hematite 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 Leucophanite and Hematite chemical formula.

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  • Chemical formula of Hematite- Fe 2O 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Leucophanite and Hematite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Leucophanite and Hematite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Leucophanite and Hematite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Leucophanite is 5.00-5.30 whereas that of Hematite is 5.00-5.30.