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Chabazite and Goethite Physical Properties


Goethite and Chabazite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
-  

Solubility
-  
HCl soluble  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
2.08-2.16  
4.27-4.29  

Fracture
Irregular/uneven  
Uneven  

Cleavage
distinct/good on {1011}  
Perfect {010}  

Mohs Hardness
4.5  
5-5.5  

Chemical Composition
CaAl 2Si 4O 12 -6H 2OArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)  
FeO(OH)Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)  

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Chabazite and Goethite Chemical Formula

While comparing Chabazite and Goethite 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 Goethite chemical formula.

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Chabazite and Goethite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Chabazite and Goethite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Chabazite and Goethite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Chabazite is 4.27-4.29 whereas that of Goethite is 4.27-4.29.

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