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Chabazite and Poldervaartite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
Not Available
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1.4 Specific Gravity
2.08-2.16
2.91
1.5 Fracture
Irregular/uneven, UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
1.6 Cleavage
distinct/good on {1011}
None
1.7 Mohs Hardness
4.5
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1.8 Chemical Composition
CaAl 2Si 4O 12 -6H 2OArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
(Ca,Mn2+ ) 2(SiO 3OH)(OH)Anthony et al , Handbook of Mineralogy (2001)

Chabazite and Poldervaartite Chemical Formula

While comparing Chabazite and Poldervaartite 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 Poldervaartite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Chabazite- CaAl 2Si 4O 12 -6H 2OArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
  • Chemical formula of Poldervaartite- (Ca,Mn2+ ) 2(SiO 3OH)(OH)Anthony et al , Handbook of Mineralogy (2001)

Chabazite and Poldervaartite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Chabazite and Poldervaartite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Chabazite and Poldervaartite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Chabazite is 2.91 whereas that of Poldervaartite is 2.91.