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Phosphophyllite and Chabazite Physical Properties


Chabazite and Phosphophyllite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
-  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
3.07-3.13  
2.08-2.16  

Fracture
Conchoidal, Uneven  
Irregular/uneven  

Cleavage
{100} Perfect, {010} Distinct, {102} Distinct  
distinct/good on {1011}  

Mohs Hardness
3-3.5  
4.5  

Chemical Composition
Zn 2(Fe2+ ,Mn2+ )(PO 4) 2 · 4H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references  
CaAl 2Si 4O 12 -6H 2OArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)  

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Phosphophyllite and Chabazite Chemical Formula

While comparing Phosphophyllite 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 Phosphophyllite and Chabazite chemical formula.

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Phosphophyllite and Chabazite Specific Gravity

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

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