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Chabazite and Tanzanite Physical Properties


Tanzanite and Chabazite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
Not Available   
Hard   

Specific Gravity
2.08-2.16   
3.35   

Fracture
Irregular/uneven, UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)   
Uneven, Conchoidal, UnevenWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001)   

Cleavage
distinct/good on {1011}   
Perfect {010}, imperfect {100}   

Mohs Hardness
4.5   
6.5-7   

Chemical Composition
CaAl 2Si 4O 12 -6H 2OArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)   
Ca2Al3(SiO4)3(OH)   

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Chabazite and Tanzanite Chemical Formula

While comparing Chabazite and Tanzanite 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 Tanzanite chemical formula.

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Chabazite and Tanzanite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Chabazite and Tanzanite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Chabazite and Tanzanite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Chabazite is 3.35 whereas that of Tanzanite is 3.35.

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