Datolite and Hambergite Physical Properties

Datolite

Hambergite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Brittle

1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

2.90-3.002.33-2.37

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Conchoidal, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Metallic

ConchoidalWalter Schumann, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references, Brittle, Metallic

1.6 Cleavage

None

Perfect on {010}, good on {100}

1.7 Mohs Hardness

5-5.57.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

CaBSiO 4(OH)Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Be 2BO 3(OH)Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.

Datolite and Hambergite Chemical Formula

While comparing Datolite and Hambergite 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 Hambergite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Datolite- CaBSiO 4(OH)Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Chemical formula of Hambergite- Be 2BO 3(OH)Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.

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Datolite and Hambergite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Datolite and Hambergite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Datolite and Hambergite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Datolite is 2.33-2.37 whereas that of Hambergite is 2.33-2.37.