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Datolite and Sarcopside Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
2.90-3.00
3.79-3.94
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Metallic
Lamellar, Splintery
1.6 Cleavage
None
{100} Good, {001} Good, {010} Poor
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5-5.5
4
1.8 Chemical Composition
CaBSiO 4(OH)Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
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Datolite and Sarcopside Chemical Formula

While comparing Datolite and Sarcopside 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 Sarcopside 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 Sarcopside Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Datolite and Sarcopside Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Datolite and Sarcopside Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Datolite is 3.79-3.94 whereas that of Sarcopside is 3.79-3.94.