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Chabazite and Diopside 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
2.08-2.163.22-3.40
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Irregular/uneven, UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Conchoidal, UnevenWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references, Brittle, Conchoidal
1.6 Cleavage
distinct/good on {1011}
Distinct/good on {110}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
4.55-6
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
CaAl 2Si 4O 12 -6H 2OArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
CaMgSi2O6

Chabazite and Diopside Chemical Formula

While comparing Chabazite and Diopside 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 Diopside chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Chabazite- CaAl 2Si 4O 12 -6H 2OArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
  • Chemical formula of Diopside- CaMgSi2O6

Chabazite and Diopside Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Chabazite and Diopside Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Chabazite and Diopside Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Chabazite is 3.22-3.40 whereas that of Diopside is 3.22-3.40.