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Arfvedsonite and Chabazite Physical Properties


Chabazite and Arfvedsonite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle   
Not Available   

Solubility
Not Available   
Not Available   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
3.3-3.5   
2.08-2.16   

Fracture
Uneven, Brittle, Metallic, Brittle, Metallic   
Irregular/uneven, UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)   

Cleavage
Perfect on [110]   
distinct/good on {1011}   

Mohs Hardness
5-6   
4.5   

Chemical Composition
NaNa2(Fe++4Fe+++)Si8O22(OH)2   
CaAl 2Si 4O 12 -6H 2OArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)   

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Arfvedsonite and Chabazite Chemical Formula

While comparing Arfvedsonite 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 Arfvedsonite and Chabazite chemical formula.

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Arfvedsonite and Chabazite Specific Gravity

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

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