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Polyhalite
Polyhalite

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Polyhalite and Chabazite Physical Properties

Physical Properties

Tenacity

Brittle
-

Solubility

Soluble
-

Durability

-
-

Specific Gravity

2.782.08-2.16
1 7.18
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Fracture

Conchoidal
Irregular/uneven

Cleavage

Perfect on {10 1 }; parting on {010}
distinct/good on {1011}

Mohs Hardness

3.54.5
2 10
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Chemical Composition

K2Ca2Mg(SO4)4·2H2O
CaAl 2Si 4O 12 -6H 2OArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Polyhalite and Chabazite Chemical Formula

While comparing Polyhalite 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 Polyhalite and Chabazite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Polyhalite- K2Ca2Mg(SO4)4·2H2O
  • Chemical formula of Chabazite- CaAl 2Si 4O 12 -6H 2OArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Polyhalite and Chabazite Specific Gravity

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