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Datolite and Gaylussite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
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1.2 Solubility
Not Available
decomposes in water
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
2.90-3.00
1.93-1.99
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Metallic
Conchoidal, Conchoidal, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
None
perfect [110]
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5-5.5
2.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
CaBSiO 4(OH)Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Na2Ca(CO3)2•5(H2O)

Datolite and Gaylussite Chemical Formula

While comparing Datolite and Gaylussite 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 Gaylussite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Datolite- CaBSiO 4(OH)Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
  • Chemical formula of Gaylussite- Na2Ca(CO3)2•5(H2O)

Datolite and Gaylussite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Datolite and Gaylussite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Datolite and Gaylussite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Datolite is 1.93-1.99 whereas that of Gaylussite is 1.93-1.99.