Strontianite and Chabazite Physical Properties

Strontianite

Chabazite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Not Available

1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

3.63-3.792.08-2.16

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle, Conchoidal

Irregular/uneven, UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)

1.6 Cleavage

{110} Good

distinct/good on {1011}

1.7 Mohs Hardness

3.54.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

SrCO 3Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references

CaAl 2Si 4O 12 -6H 2OArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Strontianite and Chabazite Chemical Formula

While comparing Strontianite 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 Strontianite and Chabazite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Strontianite- SrCO 3Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references
Chemical formula of Chabazite- CaAl 2Si 4O 12 -6H 2OArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

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Strontianite and Chabazite Specific Gravity

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