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Sapphire and Chabazite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Not Available
Not Available
1.2 Solubility
insoluble
Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
3.95-4.03
2.08-2.16
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Irregular/uneven, UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
1.6 Cleavage
None, but may exhibit parting
distinct/good on {1011}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
9
4.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
Al 2 O 3
CaAl 2Si 4O 12 -6H 2OArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Sapphire and Chabazite Chemical Formula

While comparing Sapphire 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 Sapphire and Chabazite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Sapphire- Al 2 O 3
  • Chemical formula of Chabazite- CaAl 2Si 4O 12 -6H 2OArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Sapphire and Chabazite Specific Gravity

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