Datolite and Celestine Physical Properties
Specific Gravity
2.90-3.00
3.90-4.00
Fracture
Conchoidal, Uneven
Conchoidal
Cleavage
None
Perfect on {001}, good on {210}, poor on {010}
Mohs Hardness
5-5.5
3-3.5
Chemical Composition
CaBSiO 4(OH)Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
SrSO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Datolite and Celestine Chemical Formula
While comparing Datolite and Celestine 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 Celestine chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Datolite- CaBSiO 4(OH)Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
- Chemical formula of Celestine- SrSO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Datolite and Celestine Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Datolite and Celestine Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Datolite and Celestine Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Datolite is 3.90-4.00 whereas that of Celestine is 3.90-4.00.