Simpsonite and Hiddenite Physical Properties

Simpsonite

Hiddenite

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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

Not Available3.15-3.21

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

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

Gemstones of the world (2001), UnevenWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001)

1.6 Cleavage

None

1,2 prismatic

1.7 Mohs Hardness

7-7.56-7

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

Al 4(Ta,Nb) 3(O,OH,F) 14Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.

LiAlSi₂O₆

Simpsonite and Hiddenite Chemical Formula

While comparing Simpsonite and Hiddenite 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 Simpsonite and Hiddenite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Simpsonite- Al 4(Ta,Nb) 3(O,OH,F) 14Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.
Chemical formula of Hiddenite- LiAlSi₂O₆

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Simpsonite and Hiddenite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Simpsonite and Hiddenite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Simpsonite and Hiddenite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Simpsonite is 3.15-3.21 whereas that of Hiddenite is 3.15-3.21.