Realgar and Hibonite Physical Properties

Realgar

Hibonite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Not Available

1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

3.563.84

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

(e.g. graphite).

Subconchoidal, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Conchoidal, Brittle

1.6 Cleavage

{010} Good

{0001} good, {10 1 0} parting

1.7 Mohs Hardness

Not Available7.5-8

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

AsSMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

(Ca,Ce)(Al,Ti,Mg)12O19

Realgar and Hibonite Chemical Formula

While comparing Realgar and Hibonite 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 Realgar and Hibonite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Realgar- AsSMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Chemical formula of Hibonite- (Ca,Ce)(Al,Ti,Mg)12O19

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Realgar and Hibonite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Realgar and Hibonite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Realgar and Hibonite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Realgar is 3.84 whereas that of Hibonite is 3.84.