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Chabazite and Siderite Physical Properties


Siderite and Chabazite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
Brittle  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
2.08-2.16  
3.83-3.89  

Fracture
Irregular/uneven  
Uneven, Conchoidal  

Cleavage
distinct/good on {1011}  
Perfect on {01 1 1}  

Mohs Hardness
4.5  
3.5-4.5  

Chemical Composition
CaAl 2Si 4O 12 -6H 2OArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)  
Fe2+ CO 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references  

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Chabazite and Siderite Chemical Formula

While comparing Chabazite and Siderite 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 Siderite chemical formula.

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Chabazite and Siderite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Chabazite and Siderite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Chabazite and Siderite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Chabazite is 3.83-3.89 whereas that of Siderite is 3.83-3.89.

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