Brookite and Datolite Physical Properties
Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
3.87-4.14
2.90-3.00
Fracture
Subconchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Conchoidal, Brittle
Conchoidal, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Metallic
Cleavage
Poor on {120}, in traces on {001}
None
Mohs Hardness
5.5-6
5-5.5
Chemical Composition
TiO 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
CaBSiO 4(OH)Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Brookite and Datolite Chemical Formula
While comparing Brookite 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 Brookite and Datolite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Brookite- TiO 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
- Chemical formula of Datolite- CaBSiO 4(OH)Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Brookite and Datolite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Brookite and Datolite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Brookite and Datolite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Brookite is 2.90-3.00 whereas that of Datolite is 2.90-3.00.