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Chabazite and Dumortierite 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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1.4 Specific Gravity
2.08-2.163.26-3.41
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Irregular/uneven, UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Fibrous, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references
1.6 Cleavage
distinct/good on {1011}
Distinct on {100}, poor on {110}; parting on {001}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
4.57-8.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
CaAl 2Si 4O 12 -6H 2OArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
AlAl6O3BSi3O18

Chabazite and Dumortierite Chemical Formula

While comparing Chabazite and Dumortierite 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 Dumortierite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Chabazite- CaAl 2Si 4O 12 -6H 2OArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
  • Chemical formula of Dumortierite- AlAl6O3BSi3O18

Chabazite and Dumortierite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Chabazite and Dumortierite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Chabazite and Dumortierite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Chabazite is 3.26-3.41 whereas that of Dumortierite is 3.26-3.41.