Datolite and Hessonite Garnet Physical Properties
Tenacity
Brittle
  
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
2.90-3.00
  
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Fracture
Conchoidal, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Metallic
  
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Cleavage
None
  
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Mohs Hardness
5-5.5
  
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Chemical Composition
CaBSiO 4(OH)Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
  
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Datolite and Hessonite Garnet Chemical Formula
While comparing Datolite and Hessonite Garnet 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 Hessonite Garnet chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Datolite- CaBSiO 4(OH)Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
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Datolite and Hessonite Garnet Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Datolite and Hessonite Garnet Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Datolite and Hessonite Garnet Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Datolite is Not Available whereas that of Hessonite Garnet is Not Available.