Sardonyx and Chabazite Physical Properties

Sardonyx

Chabazite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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1.2 Solubility

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1.3 Durability

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1.4 Specific Gravity

2.55-2.702.08-2.16

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

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Irregular/uneven, UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)

1.6 Cleavage

Not Available

distinct/good on {1011}

1.7 Mohs Hardness

6.5-74.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

SiO 2Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.

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

Sardonyx and Chabazite Chemical Formula

While comparing Sardonyx 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 Sardonyx and Chabazite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Sardonyx- SiO 2Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.
Chemical formula of Chabazite- CaAl 2Si 4O 12 -6H 2OArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

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Sardonyx and Chabazite Specific Gravity

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