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Chabazite and Papagoite 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
3.25
1.5 Fracture
Irregular/uneven, UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Brittle, Metallic
1.6 Cleavage
distinct/good on {1011}
Imperfect in one direction
1.7 Mohs Hardness
4.5
5-5.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
CaAl 2Si 4O 12 -6H 2OArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
CaCuAlSi 2O 6(OH) 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Chabazite and Papagoite Chemical Formula

While comparing Chabazite and Papagoite 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 Papagoite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Chabazite- CaAl 2Si 4O 12 -6H 2OArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
  • Chemical formula of Papagoite- CaCuAlSi 2O 6(OH) 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Chabazite and Papagoite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Chabazite and Papagoite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Chabazite and Papagoite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Chabazite is 3.25 whereas that of Papagoite is 3.25.