Chabazite and Grossular Physical Properties

Chabazite and Grossular Chemical Formula

While comparing Chabazite and Grossular 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 Grossular chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Chabazite- CaAl 2Si 4O 12 -6H 2OArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
• Chemical formula of Grossular- Ca 3Al 2(SiO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Chabazite and Grossular Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Chabazite and Grossular Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Chabazite and Grossular Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Chabazite is 3.55-3.73 whereas that of Grossular is 3.55-3.73.