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Datolite and Jasper Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
Not Available
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1.4 Specific Gravity
2.90-3.002.58-2.91
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Metallic
Conchoidal, Conchoidal, Gemstones of the world (2001)
1.6 Cleavage
None
Indiscernible
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5-5.56.5-7
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
CaBSiO 4(OH)Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
SiO2

Datolite and Jasper Chemical Formula

While comparing Datolite and Jasper 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 Jasper chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Datolite- CaBSiO 4(OH)Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
  • Chemical formula of Jasper- SiO2

Datolite and Jasper Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Datolite and Jasper Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Datolite and Jasper Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Datolite is 2.58-2.91 whereas that of Jasper is 2.58-2.91.