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Quartz and Chabazite Physical Properties


Chabazite and Quartz Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle  
-  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
2.65  
2.08-2.16  

Fracture
Conchoidal  
Irregular/uneven  

Cleavage
{0110} Indistinct  
distinct/good on {1011}  

Mohs Hardness
7  
4.5  

Chemical Composition
SiO2  
CaAl 2Si 4O 12 -6H 2OArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)  

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Quartz and Chabazite Chemical Formula

While comparing Quartz 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 Quartz and Chabazite chemical formula.

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Quartz and Chabazite Specific Gravity

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

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