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Dumortierite and Chabazite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
3.26-3.412.08-2.16
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Fibrous, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references
Irregular/uneven, UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
1.6 Cleavage
Distinct on {100}, poor on {110}; parting on {001}
distinct/good on {1011}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
7-8.54.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
AlAl6O3BSi3O18
CaAl 2Si 4O 12 -6H 2OArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Dumortierite and Chabazite Chemical Formula

While comparing Dumortierite 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 Dumortierite and Chabazite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Dumortierite- AlAl6O3BSi3O18
  • Chemical formula of Chabazite- CaAl 2Si 4O 12 -6H 2OArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Dumortierite and Chabazite Specific Gravity

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