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Spessartine and Hibonite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
4.12-4.18
3.84
1.5 Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Conchoidal, Brittle
Subconchoidal, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Conchoidal, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
{???} Distinct
{0001} good, {10 1 0} parting
1.7 Mohs Hardness
7-7.5
7.5-8
1.8 Chemical Composition
Mn 3Al 2(SiO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
(Ca,Ce)(Al,Ti,Mg)12O19

Spessartine and Hibonite Chemical Formula

While comparing Spessartine 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 Spessartine and Hibonite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Spessartine- Mn 3Al 2(SiO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
  • Chemical formula of Hibonite- (Ca,Ce)(Al,Ti,Mg)12O19

Spessartine and Hibonite Specific Gravity

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