Morion and Chabazite Physical Properties

Morion

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

2.652.08-2.16

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001), ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001)

Irregular/uneven, UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)

1.6 Cleavage

Not Available

distinct/good on {1011}

1.7 Mohs Hardness

Not Available4.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

SiO 2Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.

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

Morion and Chabazite Chemical Formula

While comparing Morion 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 Morion and Chabazite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Morion- SiO 2Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.
Chemical formula of Chabazite- CaAl 2Si 4O 12 -6H 2OArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

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Morion and Chabazite Specific Gravity

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