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Datolite and Andesine Physical Properties

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Physical Properties

Tenacity

Brittle
Brittle

Solubility

-
-

Durability

-
-

Specific Gravity

2.90-3.002.65-2.69
1 7.18
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Fracture

Conchoidal, Uneven
Uneven, Conchoidal

Cleavage

None
Perfect on {001}, good on {010}

Mohs Hardness

5-5.56-6.5
2 10
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Chemical Composition

CaBSiO 4(OH)Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
(Na,Ca)Al1-2Si3-2O8

Datolite and Andesine Chemical Formula

While comparing Datolite and Andesine 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 Andesine chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Datolite- CaBSiO 4(OH)Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
  • Chemical formula of Andesine- (Na,Ca)Al1-2Si3-2O8

Datolite and Andesine Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Datolite and Andesine Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Datolite and Andesine Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Datolite is 2.65-2.69 whereas that of Andesine is 2.65-2.69.