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Zircon and Chabazite Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
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1.2 Solubility
insoluble
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1.3 Durability
Not Available
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1.4 Specific Gravity
3.93-4.732.08-2.16
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Irregular/uneven, UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
1.6 Cleavage
{110} and {111}
distinct/good on {1011}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
7.54.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
ZrSiO4
CaAl 2Si 4O 12 -6H 2OArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Zircon and Chabazite Chemical Formula

While comparing Zircon 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 Zircon and Chabazite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Zircon- ZrSiO4
  • Chemical formula of Chabazite- CaAl 2Si 4O 12 -6H 2OArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Zircon and Chabazite Specific Gravity

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