Marialite and Chabazite Physical Properties

Marialite

Chabazite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Brittle

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1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

2.502.08-2.16

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle, Conchoidal

Irregular/uneven, UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)

1.6 Cleavage

Distinct on {100} and {110}

distinct/good on {1011}

1.7 Mohs Hardness

5.5-64.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

3NaAlSi 3O 8 · NaClAnthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

CaAl 2Si 4O 12 -6H 2OArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Marialite and Chabazite Chemical Formula

While comparing Marialite 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 Marialite and Chabazite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Marialite- 3NaAlSi 3O 8 · NaClAnthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
Chemical formula of Chabazite- CaAl 2Si 4O 12 -6H 2OArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

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Marialite and Chabazite Specific Gravity

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