Mellite and Chabazite Physical Properties

Mellite

Chabazite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Not Available

1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

1.58-1.602.08-2.16

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

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

Irregular/uneven, UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)

1.6 Cleavage

{011} Imperfect

distinct/good on {1011}

1.7 Mohs Hardness

24.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

Al 2(Cl 2O 12) · 18H 2OUlrich Henn and Claudio C.

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

Mellite and Chabazite Chemical Formula

While comparing Mellite 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 Mellite and Chabazite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Mellite- Al 2(Cl 2O 12) · 18H 2OUlrich Henn and Claudio C.
Chemical formula of Chabazite- CaAl 2Si 4O 12 -6H 2OArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

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Mellite and Chabazite Specific Gravity

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