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Moroxite and Chabazite Physical Properties


Chabazite and Moroxite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
-  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
3.13-3.26  
2.08-2.16  

Fracture
Conchoidal  
Irregular/uneven  

Cleavage
None  
distinct/good on {1011}  

Mohs Hardness
-9999  
4.5  

Chemical Composition
Ca 5(F,Cl)(PO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)  
CaAl 2Si 4O 12 -6H 2OArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)  

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Moroxite and Chabazite Chemical Formula

While comparing Moroxite 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 Moroxite and Chabazite chemical formula.

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Moroxite and Chabazite Specific Gravity

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

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