Ulexite and Hiddenite Physical Properties
Tenacity
Not Available
Not Available
Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
1.65-1.99
3.15-3.21
Fracture
UnevenAnthony et al, Uneven, UnevenAnthony et al, Uneven, Brittle, Metallic
Gemstones of the world (2001), UnevenWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001)
Cleavage
{010} Perfect, {110} Perfect
1,2 prismatic
Chemical Composition
NaCaB 5O 6(OH) 6 · 5H 2OMichael OâDonoghue , 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 OâDonoghue , 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.