Chabazite and Rhodolite Physical Properties

Chabazite

Rhodolite

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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

2.08-2.163.84

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Irregular/uneven, UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)

Conchoidal

1.6 Cleavage

distinct/good on {1011}

none, may show indistinct parting

1.7 Mohs Hardness

4.57-7.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

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

(Mg,Fe)₃Al₂Si₃O₁₂

Chabazite and Rhodolite Chemical Formula

While comparing Chabazite and Rhodolite 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 Rhodolite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Chabazite- CaAl 2Si 4O 12 -6H 2OArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
Chemical formula of Rhodolite- (Mg,Fe)₃Al₂Si₃O₁₂

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Chabazite and Rhodolite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Chabazite and Rhodolite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Chabazite and Rhodolite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Chabazite is 3.84 whereas that of Rhodolite is 3.84.