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Gaylussite and Chabazite Physical Properties


Chabazite and Gaylussite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Not Available   
Not Available   

Solubility
decomposes in water   
Not Available   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
1.93-1.99   
2.08-2.16   

Fracture
Conchoidal, Conchoidal, Brittle   
Irregular/uneven, UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)   

Cleavage
perfect [110]   
distinct/good on {1011}   

Mohs Hardness
2.5   
4.5   

Chemical Composition
Na2Ca(CO3)2•5(H2O)   
CaAl 2Si 4O 12 -6H 2OArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)   

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Gaylussite and Chabazite Chemical Formula

While comparing Gaylussite 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 Gaylussite and Chabazite chemical formula.

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Gaylussite and Chabazite Specific Gravity

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

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