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Sillimanite and Chabazite Physical Properties


Chabazite and Sillimanite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Tough   
Not Available   

Solubility
Not Available   
Not Available   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
3.20-3.26   
2.08-2.16   

Fracture
Splintery   
Irregular/uneven, UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)   

Cleavage
{010} perfect   
distinct/good on {1011}   

Mohs Hardness
6-7.5   
4.5   

Chemical Composition
Al 2SiO 5Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)   
CaAl 2Si 4O 12 -6H 2OArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)   

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Sillimanite and Chabazite Chemical Formula

While comparing Sillimanite 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 Sillimanite and Chabazite chemical formula.

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Sillimanite and Chabazite Specific Gravity

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

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