Zincite and Chabazite Physical Properties

Zincite

Chabazite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Brittle

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1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

5.50-5.902.08-2.16

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle

Irregular/uneven, UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)

1.6 Cleavage

On {10 1 0}, perfect; parting on {000 1 }

distinct/good on {1011}

1.7 Mohs Hardness

44.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

(Zn,Mn2+ )OMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

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

Zincite and Chabazite Chemical Formula

While comparing Zincite 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 Zincite and Chabazite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Zincite- (Zn,Mn2+ )OMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Chemical formula of Chabazite- CaAl 2Si 4O 12 -6H 2OArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

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Zincite and Chabazite Specific Gravity

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