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Chabazite and Scheelite Physical Properties


Scheelite and Chabazite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
Brittle  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
2.08-2.16  
5.9-6.3  

Fracture
Irregular/uneven  
Conchoidal, Uneven  

Cleavage
distinct/good on {1011}  
On {101}, distinct; on {112}, interrupted; on {001}, indistinct  

Mohs Hardness
4.5  
4.5-5  

Chemical Composition
CaAl 2Si 4O 12 -6H 2OArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)  
CaWO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references  

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Chabazite and Scheelite Chemical Formula

While comparing Chabazite and Scheelite 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 Scheelite chemical formula.

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Chabazite and Scheelite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Chabazite and Scheelite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Chabazite and Scheelite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Chabazite is 5.9-6.3 whereas that of Scheelite is 5.9-6.3.

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