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Carnelian and Chabazite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
2.58-2.642.08-2.16
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Splintery, Conchoidal, UnevenWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001)
Irregular/uneven, UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
1.6 Cleavage
Absent
distinct/good on {1011}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6.5-74.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
SiO2
CaAl 2Si 4O 12 -6H 2OArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Carnelian and Chabazite Chemical Formula

While comparing Carnelian 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 Carnelian and Chabazite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Carnelian- SiO2
  • Chemical formula of Chabazite- CaAl 2Si 4O 12 -6H 2OArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Carnelian and Chabazite Specific Gravity

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