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Chabazite and Gypsum Physical Properties

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Physical Properties

Tenacity

Solubility

Durability

Specific Gravity

Fracture

Cleavage

Mohs Hardness

Chemical Composition

 
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-
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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)
 
Flexible
Soluble
-
2.20-2.40
Conchoidal, Splintery, Fibrous
Perfect on {010}, distinct on {100}
2
CaSO 4 -2(H 2O)Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Chabazite and Gypsum Chemical Formula

While comparing Chabazite and Gypsum 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 Gypsum chemical formula.

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Chabazite and Gypsum Specific Gravity

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