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Chabazite and Hackmanite 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
2.08-2.16
2.27-2.33
1.5 Fracture
Irregular/uneven, UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
1.6 Cleavage
distinct/good on {1011}
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1.7 Mohs Hardness
4.5
5.5-6
1.8 Chemical Composition
CaAl 2Si 4O 12 -6H 2OArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
Na 8Al 6Si 6O 24Cl 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Chabazite and Hackmanite Chemical Formula

While comparing Chabazite and Hackmanite 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 Hackmanite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Chabazite- CaAl 2Si 4O 12 -6H 2OArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
  • Chemical formula of Hackmanite- Na 8Al 6Si 6O 24Cl 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Chabazite and Hackmanite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Chabazite and Hackmanite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Chabazite and Hackmanite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Chabazite is 2.27-2.33 whereas that of Hackmanite is 2.27-2.33.

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