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Hurlbutite and Chabazite Physical Properties


Chabazite and Hurlbutite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Not Available   
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Solubility
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Not Available   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
2.90   
2.08-2.16   

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

Cleavage
None   
distinct/good on {1011}   

Mohs Hardness
6   
4.5   

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

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Hurlbutite and Chabazite Chemical Formula

While comparing Hurlbutite 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 Hurlbutite and Chabazite chemical formula.

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Hurlbutite and Chabazite Specific Gravity

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

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