Chabazite and Richterite Physical Properties
Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
2.08-2.16
  
3.0-3.5
  
Fracture
Irregular/uneven, UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
  
Uneven, Brittle
  
Cleavage
distinct/good on {1011}
  
Perfect
  
Mohs Hardness
4.5
  
5-6
  
Chemical Composition
CaAl 2Si 4O 12 -6H 2OArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
  
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Chabazite and Richterite Chemical Formula
While comparing Chabazite and Richterite 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 Richterite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Chabazite- CaAl 2Si 4O 12 -6H 2OArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
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Chabazite and Richterite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Chabazite and Richterite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Chabazite and Richterite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Chabazite is 3.0-3.5 whereas that of Richterite is 3.0-3.5.