Star Sapphire and Chabazite Physical Properties
Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
3.90-4.05
  
2.08-2.16
  
Fracture
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Irregular/uneven, UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
  
Cleavage
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distinct/good on {1011}
  
Mohs Hardness
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4.5
  
Chemical Composition
Al 2O 3Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.
  
CaAl 2Si 4O 12 -6H 2OArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
  
Star Sapphire and Chabazite Chemical Formula
While comparing Star 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 Star Sapphire and Chabazite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Star Sapphire- Al 2O 3Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.
- Chemical formula of Chabazite- CaAl 2Si 4O 12 -6H 2OArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
Star Sapphire and Chabazite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Star Sapphire and Chabazite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Star Sapphire and Chabazite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Star Sapphire is 2.08-2.16 whereas that of Chabazite is 2.08-2.16.