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Chabazite and Simpsonite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Not Available
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1.2 Solubility
Not Available
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1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
2.08-2.16Not Available
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Irregular/uneven, UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle, Conchoidal
1.6 Cleavage
distinct/good on {1011}
None
1.7 Mohs Hardness
4.57-7.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
CaAl 2Si 4O 12 -6H 2OArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
Al 4(Ta,Nb) 3(O,OH,F) 14Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.

Chabazite and Simpsonite Chemical Formula

While comparing Chabazite and Simpsonite 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 Simpsonite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Chabazite- CaAl 2Si 4O 12 -6H 2OArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
  • Chemical formula of Simpsonite- Al 4(Ta,Nb) 3(O,OH,F) 14Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.

Chabazite and Simpsonite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Chabazite and Simpsonite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Chabazite and Simpsonite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Chabazite is Not Available whereas that of Simpsonite is Not Available.