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Chabazite and Marcasite 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
4.80-4.90
1.5 Fracture
Irregular/uneven, UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Uneven
1.6 Cleavage
distinct/good on {1011}
{010} Indistinct
1.7 Mohs Hardness
4.5
6-6.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
CaAl 2Si 4O 12 -6H 2OArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
FeS 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Chabazite and Marcasite Chemical Formula

While comparing Chabazite and Marcasite 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 Marcasite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Chabazite- CaAl 2Si 4O 12 -6H 2OArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
  • Chemical formula of Marcasite- FeS 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Chabazite and Marcasite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Chabazite and Marcasite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Chabazite and Marcasite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Chabazite is 4.80-4.90 whereas that of Marcasite is 4.80-4.90.