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Gypsum and Chabazite Physical Properties

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Physical Properties

Tenacity

Solubility

Durability

Specific Gravity

Fracture

Cleavage

Mohs Hardness

Chemical Composition

 
Flexible
Soluble
-
2.20-2.40
Conchoidal, Splintery, Fibrous
Perfect on {010}, distinct on {100}
2
CaSO 4 -2(H 2O)Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
 
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2.08-2.16
Irregular/uneven
distinct/good on {1011}
4.5
CaAl 2Si 4O 12 -6H 2OArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Gypsum and Chabazite Chemical Formula

While comparing Gypsum 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 Gypsum and Chabazite chemical formula.

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Gypsum and Chabazite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Gypsum and Chabazite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Gypsum Vs Chabazite during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Gypsum is whereas that of Chabazite is .