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Lawsonite and Chabazite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
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1.2 Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
3.092.08-2.16
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
White, Yellow, Pale blue, Brittle, Uneven
Irregular/uneven, UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
1.6 Cleavage
Perfect on {100} and {010}, imperfect on {101}
distinct/good on {1011}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
84.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
Not Available
CaAl 2Si 4O 12 -6H 2OArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Lawsonite and Chabazite Chemical Formula

While comparing Lawsonite 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 Lawsonite and Chabazite chemical formula.

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

Lawsonite and Chabazite Specific Gravity

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