Willemite and Chabazite Physical Properties

Willemite

Chabazite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

3.89-4.182.08-2.16

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Uneven

Irregular/uneven, UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)

1.6 Cleavage

{0001}, {11 2 0} imperfect

distinct/good on {1011}

1.7 Mohs Hardness

5.54.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

Zn 2SiO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

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

Willemite and Chabazite Chemical Formula

While comparing Willemite 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 Willemite and Chabazite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Willemite- Zn 2SiO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Chemical formula of Chabazite- CaAl 2Si 4O 12 -6H 2OArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

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Willemite and Chabazite Specific Gravity

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