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Datolite and Boracite Physical Properties


Boracite and Datolite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle  
Brittle  

Solubility
-  
Soluble  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
2.90-3.00  
2.95-2.96  

Fracture
Conchoidal, Uneven  
Conchoidal  

Cleavage
None  
None  

Mohs Hardness
5-5.5  
7-7.5  

Chemical Composition
CaBSiO 4(OH)Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references  
Mg 3B 7O 13ClMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references  

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Datolite and Boracite Chemical Formula

While comparing Datolite and Boracite 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 Boracite chemical formula.

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Datolite and Boracite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Datolite and Boracite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Datolite and Boracite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Datolite is 2.95-2.96 whereas that of Boracite is 2.95-2.96.

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