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Datolite and Chrysoberyl Physical Properties


Chrysoberyl and Datolite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle  
Brittle  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
2.90-3.00  
3.69-3.81  

Fracture
Conchoidal, Uneven  
Uneven, Conchoidal to uneven, ConchoidalWalter Schumann  

Cleavage
None  
Distinct on {110}, imperfect on {010}, poor on {001}  

Mohs Hardness
5-5.5  
8.5  

Chemical Composition
CaBSiO 4(OH)Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references  
BeAl 2 O 4  

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Datolite and Chrysoberyl Chemical Formula

While comparing Datolite and Chrysoberyl 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 Chrysoberyl chemical formula.

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Datolite and Chrysoberyl Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Datolite and Chrysoberyl Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Datolite and Chrysoberyl Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Datolite is 3.69-3.81 whereas that of Chrysoberyl is 3.69-3.81.

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