Home
Gemstones


Chabazite and Moroxite Physical Properties


Moroxite and Chabazite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
-  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
2.08-2.16  
3.13-3.26  

Fracture
Irregular/uneven  
Conchoidal  

Cleavage
distinct/good on {1011}  
None  

Mohs Hardness
4.5  
-9999  

Chemical Composition
CaAl 2Si 4O 12 -6H 2OArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)  
Ca 5(F,Cl)(PO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)  

Optical Properties >>
<< Astrology

Chabazite and Moroxite Chemical Formula

While comparing Chabazite and Moroxite 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 Moroxite chemical formula.

Compare Red Gemstones

Chabazite and Moroxite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Chabazite and Moroxite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Chabazite and Moroxite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Chabazite is 3.13-3.26 whereas that of Moroxite is 3.13-3.26.

Red Gemstones

Red Gemstones


Compare Red Gemstones