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Chabazite and Amethyst Physical Properties


Amethyst and Chabazite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Not Available   
Not Available   

Solubility
Not Available   
insoluble in common solvents   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
2.08-2.16   
2.65   

Fracture
Irregular/uneven, UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)   
Conchoidal, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001)   

Cleavage
distinct/good on {1011}   
Indiscernible   

Mohs Hardness
4.5   
7   

Chemical Composition
CaAl 2Si 4O 12 -6H 2OArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)   
SiO2   

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Chabazite and Amethyst Chemical Formula

While comparing Chabazite and Amethyst 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 Chabazite and Amethyst chemical formula.

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Chabazite and Amethyst Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Chabazite and Amethyst Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Chabazite and Amethyst Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Chabazite is 2.65 whereas that of Amethyst is 2.65.

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