Chabazite and Lizardite Physical Properties

Chabazite and Lizardite Chemical Formula

While comparing Chabazite and Lizardite 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 Lizardite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Chabazite- CaAl 2Si 4O 12 -6H 2OArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
• Chemical formula of Lizardite- Mg 3Si 2O 5(OH) 4Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Chabazite and Lizardite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Chabazite and Lizardite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Chabazite and Lizardite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Chabazite is 2.55 whereas that of Lizardite is 2.55.