2.6" Orange Chabazite Zeolite Mineral Specimen Er Rachidia Province, Morocco

Location: Er Rachidia Province, Morocco 

Weight: 6.2 Ounces 

Dimensions: 2.6 Inches Long, 2.2 Inches Wide, 1.4 Inches Thick

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Chabazite is a zeolite mineral prized for its distinctive crystal structure and intricate lattice framework. Chemically, it is a hydrous calcium, potassium, and aluminum silicate that commonly forms in volcanic rocks through hydrothermal alteration. This mineral is recognized for its vibrant colors, including pink, orange, and white, and is occasionally used as a decorative stone.

Chabazite’s crystal framework consists of a network of cages and tunnels designed to trap small molecules like water and gases. These passages are formed from a precise arrangement of tetrahedral and octahedral units, giving each variety of chabazite its unique structure and physical properties. Its combination of aesthetic appeal and functional crystal architecture makes chabazite notable both for collectors and in scientific applications, such as molecular sieves and adsorption materials.