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Fayalite and Chabazite Physical Properties


Chabazite and Fayalite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
4.392   
2.08-2.16   

Fracture
Conchoidal, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Conchoidal, Brittle   
Irregular/uneven, UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)   

Cleavage
{010} moderate, {100} imperfect   
distinct/good on {1011}   

Mohs Hardness
6.5-7   
4.5   

Chemical Composition
Fe 2SiO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)   
CaAl 2Si 4O 12 -6H 2OArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)   

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Fayalite and Chabazite Chemical Formula

While comparing Fayalite 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 Fayalite and Chabazite chemical formula.

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Fayalite and Chabazite Specific Gravity

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

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