Marble and Hibschite Physical Properties

Marble and Hibschite Chemical Formula

While comparing Marble and Hibschite 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 Marble and Hibschite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Marble- CaCO3
• Chemical formula of Hibschite- Ca 3Al 2(SiO 4) 3-x(OH) 4x (x=0.2 to 1.5)Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Marble and Hibschite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Marble and Hibschite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Marble and Hibschite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Marble is 3.05-3.08 whereas that of Hibschite is 3.05-3.08.