Datolite and Brucite Physical Properties
Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
2.90-3.00
2.39
Fracture
Conchoidal, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Metallic
Irregular
Cleavage
None
Perfect on {0001}
Chemical Composition
CaBSiO 4(OH)Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Mg(OH) 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Datolite and Brucite Chemical Formula
While comparing Datolite and Brucite 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 Brucite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Datolite- CaBSiO 4(OH)Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
- Chemical formula of Brucite- Mg(OH) 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Datolite and Brucite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Datolite and Brucite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Datolite and Brucite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Datolite is 2.39 whereas that of Brucite is 2.39.