Chabazite and Leucophanite Physical Properties
Tenacity
Not Available
  
Not Available
  
Solubility
Not Available
  
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Durability
Not Available
  
Not Available
  
Specific Gravity
2.08-2.16
  
Not Available
  
Fracture
Irregular/uneven, UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
  
Brittle, Metallic
  
Cleavage
distinct/good on {1011}
  
{???} Good, {???} Good, {???} Distinct
  
Mohs Hardness
4.5
  
Not Available
  
Chemical Composition
CaAl 2Si 4O 12 -6H 2OArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
  
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Chabazite and Leucophanite Chemical Formula
While comparing Chabazite and Leucophanite 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 Leucophanite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Chabazite- CaAl 2Si 4O 12 -6H 2OArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
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Chabazite and Leucophanite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Chabazite and Leucophanite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Chabazite and Leucophanite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Chabazite is Not Available whereas that of Leucophanite is Not Available.