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Andesine and Chabazite Physical Properties


Chabazite and Andesine Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle   
Not Available   

Solubility
Not Available   
Not Available   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
2.65-2.69   
2.08-2.16   

Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, Conchoidal, Uneven, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)   
Irregular/uneven, UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)   

Cleavage
Perfect on {001}, good on {010}   
distinct/good on {1011}   

Mohs Hardness
6-6.5   
4.5   

Chemical Composition
(Na,Ca)Al1-2Si3-2O8   
CaAl 2Si 4O 12 -6H 2OArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)   

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Andesine and Chabazite Chemical Formula

While comparing Andesine 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 Andesine and Chabazite chemical formula.

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Andesine and Chabazite Specific Gravity

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

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