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Chabazite and Faustite Physical Properties

Physical Properties

Tenacity

Solubility

Durability

Specific Gravity

Fracture

Cleavage

Mohs Hardness

Chemical Composition

 
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2.08-2.16
Irregular/uneven
distinct/good on {1011}
4.5
CaAl 2Si 4O 12 -6H 2OArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
 
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2.9
Conchoidal
{???} Indistinct
4.5
(Zn,Cu)Al 6(PO 4) 4(OH) 8 · 4H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Chabazite and Faustite Chemical Formula

While comparing Chabazite and Faustite 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 Faustite chemical formula.

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Chabazite and Faustite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Chabazite and Faustite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Chabazite Vs Faustite during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Chabazite is whereas that of Faustite is .