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Verdite and Chabazite Physical Properties


Chabazite and Verdite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
-  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
2.80-3.0  
2.08-2.16  

Fracture
-  
Irregular/uneven  

Cleavage
{110} Good  
distinct/good on {1011}  

Mohs Hardness
3  
4.5  

Chemical Composition
NaFeS2•2(H2O)  
CaAl 2Si 4O 12 -6H 2OArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)  

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Verdite and Chabazite Chemical Formula

While comparing Verdite 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 Verdite and Chabazite chemical formula.

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Verdite and Chabazite Specific Gravity

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

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