Chrysoberyl and Datolite Physical Properties
Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
3.69-3.81
2.90-3.00
Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal to uneven, Brittle, Metallic, Uneven, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Brittle, Metallic
Conchoidal, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Metallic
Cleavage
Distinct on {110}, imperfect on {010}, poor on {001}
None
Chemical Composition
BeAl 2 O 4
CaBSiO 4(OH)Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Chrysoberyl and Datolite Chemical Formula
While comparing Chrysoberyl 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 Chrysoberyl and Datolite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Chrysoberyl- BeAl 2 O 4
- Chemical formula of Datolite- CaBSiO 4(OH)Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Chrysoberyl and Datolite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Chrysoberyl and Datolite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Chrysoberyl and Datolite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Chrysoberyl is 2.90-3.00 whereas that of Datolite is 2.90-3.00.