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Datolite and Chalcopyrite Physical Properties


Chalcopyrite and Datolite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle  
Brittle  

Solubility
-  
Soluble  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
2.90-3.00  
4.1-4.3  

Fracture
Conchoidal, Uneven  
Uneven  

Cleavage
None  
Indistinct on {011}  

Mohs Hardness
5-5.5  
3.5-4  

Chemical Composition
CaBSiO 4(OH)Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references  
CuFeS 2Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)  

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Datolite and Chalcopyrite Chemical Formula

While comparing Datolite and Chalcopyrite 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 Chalcopyrite chemical formula.

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Datolite and Chalcopyrite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Datolite and Chalcopyrite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Datolite and Chalcopyrite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Datolite is 4.1-4.3 whereas that of Chalcopyrite is 4.1-4.3.

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