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Sinhalite and Chabazite Physical Properties


Chabazite and Sinhalite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Not Available   
Not Available   

Solubility
Not Available   
Not Available   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
3.46-3.50   
2.08-2.16   

Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Conchoidal, Brittle   
Irregular/uneven, UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)   

Cleavage
Not Available   
distinct/good on {1011}   

Mohs Hardness
6-7   
4.5   

Chemical Composition
MgAlBO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references   
CaAl 2Si 4O 12 -6H 2OArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)   

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Sinhalite and Chabazite Chemical Formula

While comparing Sinhalite 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 Sinhalite and Chabazite chemical formula.

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Sinhalite and Chabazite Specific Gravity

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

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