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Piemontite and Chabazite Physical Properties


Chabazite and Piemontite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle   
Not Available   

Solubility
Not Available   
Not Available   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
Not Available   
2.08-2.16   

Fracture
Uneven, Splintery   
Irregular/uneven, UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)   

Cleavage
[001] good, [100] distinct   
distinct/good on {1011}   

Mohs Hardness
6-6.5   
4.5   

Chemical Composition
Not Available   
CaAl 2Si 4O 12 -6H 2OArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)   

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Piemontite and Chabazite Chemical Formula

While comparing Piemontite 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 Piemontite and Chabazite chemical formula.

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Piemontite and Chabazite Specific Gravity

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

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