Chabazite and Poudretteite Physical Properties
Tenacity
Not Available
Brittle
Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
2.08-2.16
2.51-2.53
Fracture
Irregular/uneven, UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Conchoidal, Splintery
Cleavage
distinct/good on {1011}
None
Chemical Composition
CaAl 2Si 4O 12 -6H 2OArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
KNa 2B 3Si 12O 30Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Chabazite and Poudretteite Chemical Formula
While comparing Chabazite and Poudretteite 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 Poudretteite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Chabazite- CaAl 2Si 4O 12 -6H 2OArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
- Chemical formula of Poudretteite- KNa 2B 3Si 12O 30Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Chabazite and Poudretteite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Chabazite and Poudretteite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Chabazite and Poudretteite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Chabazite is 2.51-2.53 whereas that of Poudretteite is 2.51-2.53.