Neptunite and Chabazite Physical Properties

Neptunite

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

3.19-3.232.08-2.16

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

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

Irregular/uneven, UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)

1.6 Cleavage

{110} good

distinct/good on {1011}

1.7 Mohs Hardness

5-64.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

KNa 2Li(Fe2+ ,Mn2+ ) 2Ti 2Si 8O 24Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

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

Neptunite and Chabazite Chemical Formula

While comparing Neptunite 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 Neptunite and Chabazite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Neptunite- KNa 2Li(Fe2+ ,Mn2+ ) 2Ti 2Si 8O 24Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Chemical formula of Chabazite- CaAl 2Si 4O 12 -6H 2OArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

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Neptunite and Chabazite Specific Gravity

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