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Datolite and Sphalerite Physical Properties


Sphalerite and Datolite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle   
Not Available   

Solubility
Not Available   
Not Available   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
2.90-3.00   
3.95-4.10   

Fracture
Conchoidal, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Metallic   
UnevenWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references, UnevenWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references, Uneven   

Cleavage
None   
{110} Perfect, {110} Perfect, {110} Perfect   

Mohs Hardness
5-5.5   
3.5-4   

Chemical Composition
CaBSiO 4(OH)Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references   
(Zn,Fe)SMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references   

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Datolite and Sphalerite Chemical Formula

While comparing Datolite and Sphalerite 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 Sphalerite chemical formula.

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Datolite and Sphalerite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Datolite and Sphalerite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Datolite and Sphalerite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Datolite is 3.95-4.10 whereas that of Sphalerite is 3.95-4.10.

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