Datolite and Sylvite Physical Properties

Datolite and Sylvite Chemical Formula

While comparing Datolite and Sylvite 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 Sylvite chemical formula.

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

Datolite and Sylvite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Datolite and Sylvite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Datolite and Sylvite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Datolite is 1.993 whereas that of Sylvite is 1.993.