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Chlorastrolite and Chabazite Physical Properties


Chabazite and Chlorastrolite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Not Available   
Not Available   

Solubility
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Not Available   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
3.1-3.5   
2.08-2.16   

Fracture
Granular   
Irregular/uneven, UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)   

Cleavage
Not Available   
distinct/good on {1011}   

Mohs Hardness
5-6   
4.5   

Chemical Composition
Ca 2(Mg,Fe)Al 2(SiO 4)(Si 2O 7)(OH) 2 · H 2O)Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)   
CaAl 2Si 4O 12 -6H 2OArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)   

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Chlorastrolite and Chabazite Chemical Formula

While comparing Chlorastrolite and Chabazite 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 Chlorastrolite and Chabazite chemical formula.

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Chlorastrolite and Chabazite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Chlorastrolite and Chabazite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Chlorastrolite and Chabazite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Chlorastrolite is 2.08-2.16 whereas that of Chabazite is 2.08-2.16.

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