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Richterite and Hibonite Physical Properties


Hibonite and Richterite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Not Available   
Not Available   

Solubility
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Not Available   

Durability
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Not Available   

Specific Gravity
3.0-3.5   
3.84   

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

Cleavage
Perfect   
{0001} good, {10 1 0} parting   

Mohs Hardness
5-6   
7.5-8   

Chemical Composition
Not Available   
(Ca,Ce)(Al,Ti,Mg)12O19   

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Richterite and Hibonite Chemical Formula

While comparing Richterite 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 Richterite and Hibonite chemical formula.

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Richterite and Hibonite Specific Gravity

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

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