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Datolite and Hessonite Physical Properties

Physical Properties

Tenacity

Solubility

Durability

Specific Gravity

Fracture

Cleavage

Mohs Hardness

Chemical Composition

 
Brittle
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2.90-3.00
Conchoidal, Uneven
None
5-5.5
CaBSiO 4(OH)Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
 
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3.55-3.73
Uneven
None
7-7.5
Ca3Al2(SiO4)3

Datolite and Hessonite Chemical Formula

While comparing Datolite and Hessonite 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 chemical formula.

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Datolite and Hessonite Specific Gravity

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