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Ulexite and Hiddenite Physical Properties

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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
1.65-1.99
3.15-3.21
1.5 Fracture
UnevenAnthony et al, Uneven, UnevenAnthony et al, Uneven, Brittle, Metallic
Gemstones of the world (2001), UnevenWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001)
1.6 Cleavage
{010} Perfect, {110} Perfect
1,2 prismatic
1.7 Mohs Hardness
2-2.5
6-7
1.8 Chemical Composition
NaCaB 5O 6(OH) 6 · 5H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
LiAlSi2O6

Ulexite and Hiddenite Chemical Formula

While comparing Ulexite 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 Ulexite and Hiddenite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Ulexite- NaCaB 5O 6(OH) 6 · 5H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
  • Chemical formula of Hiddenite- LiAlSi2O6

Ulexite and Hiddenite Specific Gravity

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