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Datolite and Amber Physical Properties


Amber and Datolite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle  
-  

Solubility
-  
Soluble  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
2.90-3.00  
1.05-1.10  

Fracture
Conchoidal, Uneven  
Conchoidal  

Cleavage
None  
None  

Mohs Hardness
5-5.5  
2-2.5  

Chemical Composition
CaBSiO 4(OH)Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references  
[C,H,O]  

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Datolite and Amber Chemical Formula

While comparing Datolite and Amber 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 Datolite and Amber chemical formula.

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Datolite and Amber Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Datolite and Amber Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Datolite and Amber Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Datolite is 1.05-1.10 whereas that of Amber is 1.05-1.10.

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