Crocoite and Chabazite Physical Properties

Crocoite

Chabazite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

5.90-6.102.08-2.16

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), (e.g. graphite).

Irregular/uneven, UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)

1.6 Cleavage

{110} Distinct, {001} Indistinct, {100} Indistinct

distinct/good on {1011}

1.7 Mohs Hardness

2.5-34.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

PbCrO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

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

Crocoite and Chabazite Chemical Formula

While comparing Crocoite 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 Crocoite and Chabazite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Crocoite- PbCrO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Chemical formula of Chabazite- CaAl 2Si 4O 12 -6H 2OArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

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Crocoite and Chabazite Specific Gravity

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