Almandine Garnet and Chabazite Physical Properties
Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
4.3
  
2.08-2.16
  
Fracture
Not Available
  
Irregular/uneven, UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
  
Cleavage
None.
  
distinct/good on {1011}
  
Mohs Hardness
7.5-8.5
  
4.5
  
Chemical Composition
Fe3Al2Si3O12
  
CaAl 2Si 4O 12 -6H 2OArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
  
Almandine Garnet and Chabazite Chemical Formula
While comparing Almandine Garnet 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 Almandine Garnet and Chabazite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Almandine Garnet- Fe3Al2Si3O12
- Chemical formula of Chabazite- CaAl 2Si 4O 12 -6H 2OArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
Almandine Garnet and Chabazite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Almandine Garnet and Chabazite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Almandine Garnet and Chabazite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Almandine Garnet is 2.08-2.16 whereas that of Chabazite is 2.08-2.16.