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Chabazite and Wavellite Physical Properties


Wavellite and Chabazite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
-  

Solubility
-  
insoluble  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
2.08-2.16  
2.36  

Fracture
Irregular/uneven  
Uneven, Subconchoidal, Fibrous  

Cleavage
distinct/good on {1011}  
[110] perfect, [101] good, [010] distinct  

Mohs Hardness
4.5  
3.5-4  

Chemical Composition
CaAl 2Si 4O 12 -6H 2OArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)  
Al 3(PO 4) 2(OH,F) 3 · 5H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references  

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Chabazite and Wavellite Chemical Formula

While comparing Chabazite and Wavellite 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 Wavellite chemical formula.

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Chabazite and Wavellite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Chabazite and Wavellite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Chabazite and Wavellite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Chabazite is 2.36 whereas that of Wavellite is 2.36.

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