Kyanite and Chabazite Physical Properties

Kyanite and Chabazite Chemical Formula

While comparing Kyanite 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 Kyanite and Chabazite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Kyanite- Al2SiO5
• Chemical formula of Chabazite- CaAl 2Si 4O 12 -6H 2OArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Kyanite and Chabazite Specific Gravity

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