Datolite and Lepidolite Physical Properties

Datolite

Lepidolite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Brittle

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1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

2.90-3.002.80-2.90

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Conchoidal, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Metallic

Uneven, UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)

1.6 Cleavage

None

{001} perfect

1.7 Mohs Hardness

5-5.52.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

CaBSiO 4(OH)Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Mg 3Si 4O 10(OH) 2Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.

Datolite and Lepidolite Chemical Formula

While comparing Datolite and Lepidolite 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 Lepidolite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Datolite- CaBSiO 4(OH)Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Chemical formula of Lepidolite- Mg 3Si 4O 10(OH) 2Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.

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Datolite and Lepidolite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Datolite and Lepidolite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Datolite and Lepidolite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Datolite is 2.80-2.90 whereas that of Lepidolite is 2.80-2.90.