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Chabazite and Star Ruby 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
3.95-4.10
1.5 Fracture
Irregular/uneven, UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Uneven, Uneven, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
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)
Al 2O 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Chabazite and Star Ruby Chemical Formula

While comparing Chabazite and Star Ruby 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 Star Ruby chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Chabazite- CaAl 2Si 4O 12 -6H 2OArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
  • Chemical formula of Star Ruby- Al 2O 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Chabazite and Star Ruby Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Chabazite and Star Ruby Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Chabazite and Star Ruby Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Chabazite is 3.95-4.10 whereas that of Star Ruby is 3.95-4.10.