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Chabazite and Bornite Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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Brittle
1.2 Solubility
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Not Available
1.3 Durability
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Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
2.08-2.16
5.06-5.08
1.5 Fracture
Irregular/uneven, UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Uneven, Subconchoidal, Conchoidal, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
distinct/good on {1011}
Poor on [111].
1.7 Mohs Hardness
4.5
3-3.25
1.8 Chemical Composition
CaAl 2Si 4O 12 -6H 2OArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
Cu5FeS4

Chabazite and Bornite Chemical Formula

While comparing Chabazite and Bornite 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 Bornite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Chabazite- CaAl 2Si 4O 12 -6H 2OArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
  • Chemical formula of Bornite- Cu5FeS4

Chabazite and Bornite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Chabazite and Bornite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Chabazite and Bornite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Chabazite is 5.06-5.08 whereas that of Bornite is 5.06-5.08.