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Triplite and Chabazite Physical Properties


Chabazite and Triplite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
-  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
3.85-3.94  
2.08-2.16  

Fracture
Conchoidal, Uneven  
Irregular/uneven  

Cleavage
{010} Good, {100} Distinct  
distinct/good on {1011}  

Mohs Hardness
5-5.5  
4.5  

Chemical Composition
(Mn2+ ,Fe2+ ,Mg,Ca) 2(PO 4)(F,OH)Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)  
CaAl 2Si 4O 12 -6H 2OArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)  

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Triplite and Chabazite Chemical Formula

While comparing Triplite 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 Triplite and Chabazite chemical formula.

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Triplite and Chabazite Specific Gravity

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

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