Starlite and Chabazite Physical Properties
Tenacity
Not Available
Not Available
Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
3.91-4.73
2.08-2.16
Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Irregular/uneven, UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Cleavage
Not Available
distinct/good on {1011}
Mohs Hardness
6.5-7.5
4.5
Chemical Composition
ZrSiO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
CaAl 2Si 4O 12 -6H 2OArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
Starlite and Chabazite Chemical Formula
While comparing Starlite 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 Starlite and Chabazite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Starlite- ZrSiO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
- Chemical formula of Chabazite- CaAl 2Si 4O 12 -6H 2OArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
Starlite and Chabazite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Starlite and Chabazite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Starlite and Chabazite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Starlite is 2.08-2.16 whereas that of Chabazite is 2.08-2.16.