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Chabazite and Apophyllite 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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Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
2.08-2.16
2.30-2.50
1.5 Fracture
Irregular/uneven, UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Uneven, UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
1.6 Cleavage
distinct/good on {1011}
Perfect on (001)
1.7 Mohs Hardness
4.5
4.5-5
1.8 Chemical Composition
CaAl 2Si 4O 12 -6H 2OArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
KCa 4Si 8O 20(F,OH) · 8H 2OUlrich Henn and Claudio C.

Chabazite and Apophyllite Chemical Formula

While comparing Chabazite and Apophyllite 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 Apophyllite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Chabazite- CaAl 2Si 4O 12 -6H 2OArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
  • Chemical formula of Apophyllite- KCa 4Si 8O 20(F,OH) · 8H 2OUlrich Henn and Claudio C.

Chabazite and Apophyllite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Chabazite and Apophyllite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Chabazite and Apophyllite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Chabazite is 2.30-2.50 whereas that of Apophyllite is 2.30-2.50.

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