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Datolite and Hessonite Garnet Physical Properties


Hessonite Garnet and Datolite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle   
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Solubility
Not Available   
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Durability
Not Available   
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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 O’Donoghue , 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.

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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.

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