Chabazite and Hexagonite Physical Properties

Chabazite and Hexagonite Chemical Formula

While comparing Chabazite and Hexagonite 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 Hexagonite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Chabazite- CaAl 2Si 4O 12 -6H 2OArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
• Chemical formula of Hexagonite- Ca 2Mg 5Si 8O 22(OH) 2Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.

Chabazite and Hexagonite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Chabazite and Hexagonite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Chabazite and Hexagonite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Chabazite is 2.98-3.03 whereas that of Hexagonite is 2.98-3.03.