Schorl and Chabazite Physical Properties
Tenacity
Not Available
Not Available
Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
3.18-3.22
2.08-2.16
Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle, Conchoidal
Irregular/uneven, UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Cleavage
{1011} Indistinct
distinct/good on {1011}
Mohs Hardness
Not Available
4.5
Chemical Composition
Na(Fe2+3)Al 6(Si 6O 18)(BO 3) 3(OH) 3(OH)Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)
CaAl 2Si 4O 12 -6H 2OArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
Schorl and Chabazite Chemical Formula
While comparing Schorl 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 Schorl and Chabazite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Schorl- Na(Fe2+3)Al 6(Si 6O 18)(BO 3) 3(OH) 3(OH)Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)
- Chemical formula of Chabazite- CaAl 2Si 4O 12 -6H 2OArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
Schorl and Chabazite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Schorl and Chabazite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Schorl and Chabazite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Schorl is 2.08-2.16 whereas that of Chabazite is 2.08-2.16.