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Chabazite and Pyrope Physical Properties


Pyrope and Chabazite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
-  

Solubility
-  
insoluble in water  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
2.08-2.16  
3.62-3.87  

Fracture
Irregular/uneven  
Conchoidal  

Cleavage
distinct/good on {1011}  
None  

Mohs Hardness
4.5  
7-7.5  

Chemical Composition
CaAl 2Si 4O 12 -6H 2OArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)  
Mg 3Al 2(SiO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)  

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Chabazite and Pyrope Chemical Formula

While comparing Chabazite and Pyrope 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 Pyrope chemical formula.

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Chabazite and Pyrope Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Chabazite and Pyrope Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Chabazite and Pyrope Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Chabazite is 3.62-3.87 whereas that of Pyrope is 3.62-3.87.

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