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Datolite and Cryolite Physical Properties

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Physical Properties

Tenacity

Brittle
Brittle

Solubility

-
Soluble

Durability

-
-

Specific Gravity

2.90-3.002.97
1 7.18
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Fracture

Conchoidal, Uneven
Uneven

Cleavage

None
None observed

Mohs Hardness

5-5.52.5
2 10
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Chemical Composition

CaBSiO 4(OH)Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Na 3AlF 6Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.

Datolite and Cryolite Chemical Formula

While comparing Datolite and Cryolite 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 Cryolite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Datolite- CaBSiO 4(OH)Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
  • Chemical formula of Cryolite- Na 3AlF 6Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.

Datolite and Cryolite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Datolite and Cryolite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Datolite and Cryolite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Datolite is 2.97 whereas that of Cryolite is 2.97.