Baddeleyite and Chabazite Physical Properties
Tenacity
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Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
5.5-6.0
2.08-2.16
Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Conchoidal
Irregular/uneven, UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Cleavage
{001} Distinct
distinct/good on {1011}
Chemical Composition
ZrO 2Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
CaAl 2Si 4O 12 -6H 2OArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
Baddeleyite and Chabazite Chemical Formula
While comparing Baddeleyite 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 Baddeleyite and Chabazite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Baddeleyite- ZrO 2Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
- Chemical formula of Chabazite- CaAl 2Si 4O 12 -6H 2OArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
Baddeleyite and Chabazite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Baddeleyite and Chabazite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Baddeleyite and Chabazite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Baddeleyite is 2.08-2.16 whereas that of Chabazite is 2.08-2.16.