Rhodolite and Chabazite Physical Properties

Rhodolite

Chabazite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Not Available

1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

3.842.08-2.16

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Conchoidal

Irregular/uneven, UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)

1.6 Cleavage

none, may show indistinct parting

distinct/good on {1011}

1.7 Mohs Hardness

7-7.54.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

(Mg,Fe)₃Al₂Si₃O₁₂

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

Rhodolite and Chabazite Chemical Formula

While comparing Rhodolite 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 Rhodolite and Chabazite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Rhodolite- (Mg,Fe)₃Al₂Si₃O₁₂
Chemical formula of Chabazite- CaAl 2Si 4O 12 -6H 2OArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

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Rhodolite and Chabazite Specific Gravity

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