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Chabazite and Seraphinite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
2.08-2.16
2.60-3.02
1.5 Fracture
Irregular/uneven, UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
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1.6 Cleavage
distinct/good on {1011}
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1.7 Mohs Hardness
4.5
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1.8 Chemical Composition
CaAl 2Si 4O 12 -6H 2OArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
(Mg,Fe2+ ) 5Al(Si 3Al)O 10(OH) 8Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Chabazite and Seraphinite Chemical Formula

While comparing Chabazite and Seraphinite 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 Seraphinite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Chabazite- CaAl 2Si 4O 12 -6H 2OArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
  • Chemical formula of Seraphinite- (Mg,Fe2+ ) 5Al(Si 3Al)O 10(OH) 8Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Chabazite and Seraphinite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Chabazite and Seraphinite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Chabazite and Seraphinite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Chabazite is 2.60-3.02 whereas that of Seraphinite is 2.60-3.02.