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Magnetite and Hexagonite Physical Properties

Physical Properties

Tenacity

-
Brittle

Solubility

-
-

Durability

-
-

Specific Gravity

5.22.98-3.03
1 7.18
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Fracture

Uneven, Conchoidal
Uneven

Cleavage

None
[110] perfect; [010] distinct

Mohs Hardness

5.5-6.55-6
2 10
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Chemical Composition

Fe 3O 4Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.
Ca 2Mg 5Si 8O 22(OH) 2Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.

Magnetite and Hexagonite Chemical Formula

While comparing Magnetite 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 Magnetite and Hexagonite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Magnetite- Fe 3O 4Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.
  • Chemical formula of Hexagonite- Ca 2Mg 5Si 8O 22(OH) 2Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.

Magnetite and Hexagonite Specific Gravity

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