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Xenotime and Hexagonite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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Brittle
1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
4.30-5.10
2.98-3.03
1.5 Fracture
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Uneven
1.6 Cleavage
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[110] perfect; [010] distinct
1.7 Mohs Hardness
4-5
5-6
1.8 Chemical Composition
YPO 4Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.
Ca 2Mg 5Si 8O 22(OH) 2Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.

Xenotime and Hexagonite Chemical Formula

While comparing Xenotime and Hexagonite 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 Xenotime and Hexagonite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Xenotime- YPO 4Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.
  • Chemical formula of Hexagonite- Ca 2Mg 5Si 8O 22(OH) 2Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.

Xenotime and Hexagonite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Xenotime and Hexagonite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Xenotime and Hexagonite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Xenotime is 2.98-3.03 whereas that of Hexagonite is 2.98-3.03.