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Chabazite and Zircon Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Not Available
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
Not Available
insoluble
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
2.08-2.163.93-4.73
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Irregular/uneven, UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Conchoidal, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
1.6 Cleavage
distinct/good on {1011}
{110} and {111}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
4.57.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
CaAl 2Si 4O 12 -6H 2OArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
ZrSiO4

Chabazite and Zircon Chemical Formula

While comparing Chabazite and Zircon 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 Zircon chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Chabazite- CaAl 2Si 4O 12 -6H 2OArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
  • Chemical formula of Zircon- ZrSiO4

Chabazite and Zircon Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Chabazite and Zircon Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Chabazite and Zircon Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Chabazite is 3.93-4.73 whereas that of Zircon is 3.93-4.73.