Chabazite and Steatite Physical Properties

Chabazite

Steatite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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1.2 Solubility

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1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

2.08-2.162.20-2.80

1 7.18

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

4.5Not Available

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

CaAl 2Si 4O 12 -6H 2OArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Mg 3Si 4O 10(OH) 2Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)

Chabazite and Steatite Chemical Formula

While comparing Chabazite and Steatite 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 Steatite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Chabazite- CaAl 2Si 4O 12 -6H 2OArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
Chemical formula of Steatite- Mg 3Si 4O 10(OH) 2Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)

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Chabazite and Steatite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Chabazite and Steatite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Chabazite and Steatite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Chabazite is 2.20-2.80 whereas that of Steatite is 2.20-2.80.