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Chabazite and Spinel Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Not Available
Not Available
1.2 Solubility
Not Available
none
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
2.08-2.16
3.64-3.66
1.5 Fracture
Irregular/uneven, UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Conchoidal, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
1.6 Cleavage
distinct/good on {1011}
None, but may exhibit slight parting
1.7 Mohs Hardness
4.5
8
1.8 Chemical Composition
CaAl 2Si 4O 12 -6H 2OArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
MgAl2O4

Chabazite and Spinel Chemical Formula

While comparing Chabazite and Spinel 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 Spinel chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Chabazite- CaAl 2Si 4O 12 -6H 2OArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
  • Chemical formula of Spinel- MgAl2O4

Chabazite and Spinel Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Chabazite and Spinel Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Chabazite and Spinel Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Chabazite is 3.64-3.66 whereas that of Spinel is 3.64-3.66.