Iolite and Chabazite Physical Properties
Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
2.6-2.7
  
2.08-2.16
  
Fracture
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Irregular/uneven, UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
  
Cleavage
3,1
  
distinct/good on {1011}
  
Mohs Hardness
7-7.5
  
4.5
  
Chemical Composition
Mg2Al4Si5O18
  
CaAl 2Si 4O 12 -6H 2OArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
  
Iolite and Chabazite Chemical Formula
While comparing Iolite 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 Iolite and Chabazite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Iolite- Mg2Al4Si5O18
- Chemical formula of Chabazite- CaAl 2Si 4O 12 -6H 2OArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
Iolite and Chabazite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Iolite and Chabazite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Iolite and Chabazite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Iolite is 2.08-2.16 whereas that of Chabazite is 2.08-2.16.