Adamite and Chabazite Physical Properties

Adamite

Chabazite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Brittle

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1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

4.32-4.48

2.08-2.16

1.5 Fracture

Uneven, Subconchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Uneven, Subconchoidal, Brittle, Metallic, Brittle, Metallic

Irregular/uneven, UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)

1.6 Cleavage

{101}, good; {010}, poor

distinct/good on {1011}

1.7 Mohs Hardness

3.5

4.5

1.8 Chemical Composition

Zn 2(AsO 4)(OH)Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006)

CaAl 2Si 4O 12 -6H 2OArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Adamite and Chabazite Chemical Formula

While comparing Adamite and Chabazite 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 Adamite and Chabazite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Adamite- Zn 2(AsO 4)(OH)Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006)
Chemical formula of Chabazite- CaAl 2Si 4O 12 -6H 2OArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

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Adamite and Chabazite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Adamite and Chabazite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Adamite and Chabazite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Adamite is 2.08-2.16 whereas that of Chabazite is 2.08-2.16.