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Angelite and Datolite Physical Properties


Datolite and Angelite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
Brittle  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
-9999  
2.90-3.00  

Fracture
-  
Conchoidal, Uneven  

Cleavage
Perfect  
None  

Mohs Hardness
3.5  
5-5.5  

Chemical Composition
CaSO4·2H2O  
CaBSiO 4(OH)Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references  

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Angelite and Datolite Chemical Formula

While comparing Angelite and Datolite 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 Angelite and Datolite chemical formula.

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Angelite and Datolite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Angelite and Datolite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Angelite and Datolite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Angelite is 2.90-3.00 whereas that of Datolite is 2.90-3.00.

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