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Datolite and Andesine Physical Properties


Andesine and Datolite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle  
Brittle  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
2.90-3.00  
2.65-2.69  

Fracture
Conchoidal, Uneven  
Uneven, Conchoidal  

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

Mohs Hardness
5-5.5  
6-6.5  

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

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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.

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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.

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