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Datolite and Kainite Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
Not Available
Soluble
1.3 Durability
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Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
2.90-3.002.15
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Metallic
Splintery, Conchoidal, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
None
{001}, perfect
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5-5.52.5-3
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
CaBSiO 4(OH)Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
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Datolite and Kainite Chemical Formula

While comparing Datolite and Kainite 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 Kainite chemical formula.

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

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Datolite and Kainite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Datolite and Kainite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Datolite is 2.15 whereas that of Kainite is 2.15.