Chabazite and Orthoclase Physical Properties

Chabazite

Orthoclase

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Not Available

1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

2.08-2.162.54-2.61

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Irregular/uneven, UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)

Gems, Uneven

1.6 Cleavage

distinct/good on {1011}

Has perfect cleavage on {001} and good cleavage on {010}. Cleavages intersect at 90°.

1.7 Mohs Hardness

4.56

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

CaAl 2Si 4O 12 -6H 2OArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

KAlSi 3O 8Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Chabazite and Orthoclase Chemical Formula

While comparing Chabazite and Orthoclase 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 Orthoclase chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Chabazite- CaAl 2Si 4O 12 -6H 2OArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
Chemical formula of Orthoclase- KAlSi 3O 8Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

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Chabazite and Orthoclase Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Chabazite and Orthoclase Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Chabazite and Orthoclase Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Chabazite is 2.54-2.61 whereas that of Orthoclase is 2.54-2.61.