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Chabazite and Sylvite Physical Properties


Sylvite and Chabazite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
Brittle  

Solubility
-  
Soluble  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
2.08-2.16  
1.993  

Fracture
Irregular/uneven  
Uneven  

Cleavage
distinct/good on {1011}  
Perfect on [100], [010], [001]  

Mohs Hardness
4.5  
2.5  

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

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Chabazite and Sylvite Chemical Formula

While comparing Chabazite and Sylvite 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 Sylvite chemical formula.

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Chabazite and Sylvite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Chabazite and Sylvite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Chabazite and Sylvite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Chabazite is 1.993 whereas that of Sylvite is 1.993.

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