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Nepouite and Chabazite Physical Properties

Physical Properties

Tenacity

-
-

Solubility

-
-

Durability

-
-

Specific Gravity

3.18-3.242.08-2.16
1 7.18
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Fracture

-
Irregular/uneven

Cleavage

perfect on {001}
distinct/good on {1011}

Mohs Hardness

24.5
2 10
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Chemical Composition

Ni3(Si2O5)(OH)4
CaAl 2Si 4O 12 -6H 2OArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Nepouite and Chabazite Chemical Formula

While comparing Nepouite 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 Nepouite and Chabazite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Nepouite- Ni3(Si2O5)(OH)4
  • Chemical formula of Chabazite- CaAl 2Si 4O 12 -6H 2OArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Nepouite and Chabazite Specific Gravity

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