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Datolite and Pargasite Physical Properties


Pargasite and Datolite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle  
-  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
2.90-3.00  
3.04-3.26  

Fracture
Conchoidal, Uneven  
Splintery, Uneven  

Cleavage
None  
{110} perfect  

Mohs Hardness
5-5.5  
5-6  

Chemical Composition
CaBSiO 4(OH)Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references  
NaCa 2(Mg 4Al)Si 6Al 2O 22(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)  

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Datolite and Pargasite Chemical Formula

While comparing Datolite and Pargasite 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 Pargasite chemical formula.

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Datolite and Pargasite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Datolite and Pargasite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Datolite and Pargasite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Datolite is 3.04-3.26 whereas that of Pargasite is 3.04-3.26.

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