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Amethyst and Chabazite Physical Properties


Chabazite and Amethyst Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Not Available   
Not Available   

Solubility
insoluble in common solvents   
Not Available   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
2.65   
2.08-2.16   

Fracture
Conchoidal, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001)   
Irregular/uneven, UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)   

Cleavage
Indiscernible   
distinct/good on {1011}   

Mohs Hardness
7   
4.5   

Chemical Composition
SiO2   
CaAl 2Si 4O 12 -6H 2OArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)   

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Amethyst and Chabazite Chemical Formula

While comparing Amethyst 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 Amethyst and Chabazite chemical formula.

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Amethyst and Chabazite Specific Gravity

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

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