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Peridot and Chabazite Physical Properties


Chabazite and Peridot Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Not Available   
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Solubility
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Durability
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Not Available   

Specific Gravity
1.54-1.55   
2.08-2.16   

Fracture
Conchoidal   
Irregular/uneven, UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)   

Cleavage
Poor   
distinct/good on {1011}   

Mohs Hardness
6.5-7   
4.5   

Chemical Composition
(Mg,Fe)2SiO4   
CaAl 2Si 4O 12 -6H 2OArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)   

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Peridot and Chabazite Chemical Formula

While comparing Peridot 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 Peridot and Chabazite chemical formula.

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Peridot and Chabazite Specific Gravity

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

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