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Hodgkinsonite and Chabazite Physical Properties


Chabazite and Hodgkinsonite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Not Available   

Specific Gravity
4.06-4.08   
2.08-2.16   

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

Cleavage
{???} Perfect   
distinct/good on {1011}   

Mohs Hardness
4.5-5   
4.5   

Chemical Composition
Mn2+ Zn 2SiO 4(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references   
CaAl 2Si 4O 12 -6H 2OArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)   

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Hodgkinsonite and Chabazite Chemical Formula

While comparing Hodgkinsonite 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 Hodgkinsonite and Chabazite chemical formula.

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Hodgkinsonite and Chabazite Specific Gravity

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

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