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Uvite and Chabazite Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
2.97-3.14
2.08-2.16
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal, Brittle
Irregular/uneven, UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
1.6 Cleavage
{1011} Indistinct
distinct/good on {1011}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
Not Available
4.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
Ca(Mg 3)MgAl 5(Si 6O 18)(BO 3) 3(OH) 3(OH)Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)
CaAl 2Si 4O 12 -6H 2OArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Uvite and Chabazite Chemical Formula

While comparing Uvite 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 Uvite and Chabazite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Uvite- Ca(Mg 3)MgAl 5(Si 6O 18)(BO 3) 3(OH) 3(OH)Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)
  • Chemical formula of Chabazite- CaAl 2Si 4O 12 -6H 2OArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Uvite and Chabazite Specific Gravity

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