Willemite and Chabazite Physical Properties
Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
3.89-4.18
2.08-2.16
Fracture
Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Uneven
Irregular/uneven, UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Cleavage
{0001}, {11 2 0} imperfect
distinct/good on {1011}
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)
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.