Chabazite and Rutile Physical Properties
Tenacity
Not Available
Not Available
Solubility
Not Available
Insoluble in acids
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
2.08-2.16
4.20-4.30
Fracture
Irregular/uneven, UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Cleavage
distinct/good on {1011}
{110} good, 100 moderate, parting on {092} and {011}
Chemical Composition
CaAl 2Si 4O 12 -6H 2OArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
TiO 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Chabazite and Rutile Chemical Formula
While comparing Chabazite and Rutile 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 Rutile chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Chabazite- CaAl 2Si 4O 12 -6H 2OArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
- Chemical formula of Rutile- TiO 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Chabazite and Rutile Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Chabazite and Rutile Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Chabazite and Rutile Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Chabazite is 4.20-4.30 whereas that of Rutile is 4.20-4.30.