Datolite and Atacamite Physical Properties

Datolite and Atacamite Chemical Formula

While comparing Datolite and Atacamite 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 Atacamite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Datolite- CaBSiO 4(OH)Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
• Chemical formula of Atacamite- Cu2Cl(OH)3

Datolite and Atacamite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Datolite and Atacamite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Datolite and Atacamite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Datolite is 3.745-3.776 whereas that of Atacamite is 3.745-3.776.