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Chabazite and Celestine Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Not Available
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
2.08-2.16
3.90-4.00
1.5 Fracture
Irregular/uneven, UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Gemstones (2009), UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Conchoidal
1.6 Cleavage
distinct/good on {1011}
Perfect on {001}, good on {210}, poor on {010}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
4.5
3-3.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
CaAl 2Si 4O 12 -6H 2OArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
SrSO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Chabazite and Celestine Chemical Formula

While comparing Chabazite and Celestine 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 Celestine chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Chabazite- CaAl 2Si 4O 12 -6H 2OArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
  • Chemical formula of Celestine- SrSO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Chabazite and Celestine Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Chabazite and Celestine Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Chabazite and Celestine Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Chabazite is 3.90-4.00 whereas that of Celestine is 3.90-4.00.