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Andalusite and Chabazite Physical Properties


Chabazite and Andalusite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
3.05-3.21   
2.08-2.16   

Fracture
Uneven, Subconchoidal, Uneven, Subconchoidal, Splintery, UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)   
Irregular/uneven, UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)   

Cleavage
Good on {110}, poor on {100}   
distinct/good on {1011}   

Mohs Hardness
7.5   
4.5   

Chemical Composition
Al 2SiO 5Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006) More from other references   
CaAl 2Si 4O 12 -6H 2OArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)   

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Andalusite and Chabazite Chemical Formula

While comparing Andalusite 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 Andalusite and Chabazite chemical formula.

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Andalusite and Chabazite Specific Gravity

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

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