Esperite and Chabazite Physical Properties
Tenacity
Not Available
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Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
4.28-4.42
2.08-2.16
Fracture
Conchoidal, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle, Metallic
Irregular/uneven, UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Cleavage
Distinct on [010] and [100] poor on [101]
distinct/good on {1011}
Chemical Composition
PbCa 3Zn 4(SiO 4) 4Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
CaAl 2Si 4O 12 -6H 2OArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
Esperite and Chabazite Chemical Formula
While comparing Esperite 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 Esperite and Chabazite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Esperite- PbCa 3Zn 4(SiO 4) 4Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
- Chemical formula of Chabazite- CaAl 2Si 4O 12 -6H 2OArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
Esperite and Chabazite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Esperite and Chabazite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Esperite and Chabazite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Esperite is 2.08-2.16 whereas that of Chabazite is 2.08-2.16.